Hubject and Exicom have formed a strategic alliance. The collaboration’s main goal is to enhance EV drivers’ charging experiences in India by utilizing Hubject interoperability technology. This includes the intercharge platform from Hubject, which will make it simpler for EV drivers to locate charging stations and then just plug in when necessary.
In particular, Hubject and Exicom will work together on Hubject’s Plug&Charge platform, creating a regional Indian hub to:
- enable the industry-leading global technology,
- support local charge point operators (CPOs) based on ISO15118 standards,
- enable fully automated charging capabilities,
- produce the first Plug&Charge standard in India, making India one of the leaders in this standard in the region.
Indian EV drivers won’t need an app or RFID card to charge their vehicles—instead, they can just plug in to compatible charge points and start charging right away thanks to automated EV-to-charging station authentication technology.
Christian Hahn, Hubject CEO, said, “The EV market in India is seeing explosive growth. Last year sales nearly doubled and this year they are expected to rise by 66%. This strategic partnership with Exicom and the introduction of Hubject’s intercharge platform aims to support this massive growth by making the charging experience easier and more reliable for EV drivers. This is an important step in encouraging more drivers in India to make the switch from cars using fossil fuel to EVs.”
Mr Hahn added: “This partnership is good news for Hubject, Exicom and EV drivers in India, and it’s also a big step forward in our strategic aim of having Plug&Charge everywhere.”
Anant Nahata, CEO of Exicom, spoke on the scope of the collaboration in detail: “Addressing the challenges of reliability and seamless EV charging experience in the Indian market is crucial. Our partnership with Hubject aims to provide a frictionless charging experience for EV users. The establishment of a central interoperability hub will further streamline payment settlements and reduce dependence on multiple wallets, ensuring a smoother experience for EV users nationwide.”
Key Ingredients of Hubject Interoperability Technology
Because EV drivers can find, access, and pay for charging services through any preferred interface, independent of the provider, Hubject’s interoperability technology streamlines the charging process.
This makes it possible for a more seamless and user-friendly experience by doing away with the necessity for numerous memberships and fees. Just as mobile phone users can easily switch between networks, drivers can also easily wander between multiple CPOs, making EV charging as simple as filling up a regular car with gas.
