ChargePoint, a leading provider of networked charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs), and LG Electronics (LG), a global technology leader, have announced a strategic partnership aimed at advancing the EV charging industry.
This collaboration will integrate ChargePoint’s charger management software with LG’s EV charging hardware. A key aspect of this partnership is the incorporation of LG’s digital advertising technologies into EV chargers, enhancing their functionality and commercial potential. The first commercial charging solutions resulting from this partnership are expected to be delivered later this summer.
Key Partnership Highlights:
- Technology Integration: ChargePoint’s software will power LG’s advanced AC and DC charging stations, including digital-out-of-home advertising capabilities. This integration aims to provide high-quality, efficient, and reliable charging solutions.
- Future Innovations: Potential developments include combining ChargePoint EV solutions with LG’s energy storage systems and smart home platforms like LG ThinQ, as well as further leveraging digital advertising technologies.
- Market Expansion: This partnership is expected to strengthen LG’s position in the global EV charging market, particularly in public sector infrastructure projects, which prioritize quality, security, and domestic production.
Rick Wilmer, CEO of ChargePoint, highlighted the shared commitment to providing a superior charging experience for all EV users. “Together, we will develop market-leading EV charging solutions and explore new opportunities through our combined engineering expertise,” Wilmer stated.
Suh Heung-kyu, Global Head of the Electric Vehicle Charging business division at LG, expressed optimism about the partnership’s potential. “This agreement exemplifies LG’s dedication to innovation and strengthens our position as a global leader in EV charging solutions,” Suh commented.
Strategic Benefits:
- Expanded Network: The partnership aims to expand ChargePoint’s network, which already includes over 306,000 charging ports, by incorporating LG’s reliable chargers.
- Enhanced Infrastructure: Solutions from this collaboration will target public sector projects, leveraging LG’s U.S.-made, UL-certified, and ENERGY STAR® certified chargers combined with ChargePoint’s FedRAMP-authorized software.
The partnership between LG and ChargePoint represents a significant advancement in the EV charging industry. This collaboration is expected to enhance both companies’ market presence and support the adoption of electric vehicles through improved charging infrastructure.
About ChargePoint Holdings, Inc.
Since 2007, ChargePoint has been creating a comprehensive EV charging network, offering solutions for a variety of charging scenarios. With a broad network in North America and Europe, ChargePoint facilitates easy access to charging stations for businesses and drivers.
For more information, visit ChargePoint