Exicom partners with Hubject to bring Plug&Charge to India • EVreporter

Hubject, an EV interoperability company, has formed a strategic partnership with Exicom, an EV charger manufacturer in India. The partnership aims to use Hubject’s interoperability technology to enhance the charging experience for EV drivers in India. This includes the use of Hubject’s intercharge platform, which will facilitate the process for EV drivers to locate and use charge points.

Exicom and Hubject will collaborate on Hubject’s Plug&Charge platform to:

• Implement global technology standards
• Support local charge point operators (CPOs) using ISO15118 standards
• Enable automated charging capabilities
• Develop the first Plug&Charge standard in India

This collaboration means EV drivers in India will be able to use compatible charge points and charge their vehicles automatically without the need for an app or RFID card.

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: “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.”

Hubject’s interoperability technology simplifies the charging process by allowing EV drivers to locate, access, and pay for charging services through their preferred interface, regardless of the operator. This eliminates the need for multiple memberships and payments, making EV charging as straightforward as refueling a traditional car.

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