Electrify America and Hubject have unveiled their Plug&Charge solution for North America.
The new system will be fully operational in 2020, when Plug&Charge-compatible EVs are projected to be available to customers.
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The system, operated by Hubject, is a key component in implementing Plug&Charge technology and uses the ISO 15118 standard across Electrify America’s network. The companies took the system live last month for the North American market through a signing procedure at US Bank in Santa Monica, California.
ISO 15118 is an international standard which outlines the secured communication protocol an electric vehicle and charging station should use to recharge the EV’s battery. It enables the simplified charging functionality for the most prevalent EV charging connector type, called the Combined Charging System (CCS).
“The Plug&Charge technology will streamline Electrify America’s charging experience,” said Electrify America director of technology, Cliff Fietzek.
“We work every day to offer current and future EV owners advanced technologies in charging to help make electric vehicle ownership a reality for both their local and long-distance mobility needs.”
The system uses the processes and procedures developed in tandem with security experts around the world to enable encrypted, convenient and fast Plug&Charge functionalities across North America.
Hubject’s North American based V2G Root and Certificate Authority is the first of its kind and the second system globally, based on Hubject’s already established European system. It will enable encrypted communication.
“Using ISO 15118 as the basis of charging technology innovation also enables many more future-proof features such as smart charging and bi-directional charging,” added Hubject CTO, Carsten Puhl.
“These energy management features will be necessary as the number of EVs on the road will be growing faster than the ability to increase energy production in the coming years. Adding a North American based V2G Root for Plug&Charge helps us to securely service our clients on a global basis.”
