EVCS, ChargeHub expanding and simplifying access to public charging for electric vehicle drivers on the West Coast

EVCS, one of the largest electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging networks on the West Coast, and ChargeHub, the operator of the largest interoperability hub in North America, are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership. EVCS will join ChargeHub's Passport Hub platform as a Charge Point Operator (CPO), with the intention to open its network to a broad range of EV drivers using a variety of e-mobility service providers (eMSPs). EV drivers will have greater freedom to use web-based or mobile apps of their choice to discover, locate, charge, and pay on the EVCS network. This roaming collaboration between EVCS and ChargeHub adds to EVCS' collaboration with Hubject, which was announced earlier this year.

With more than 700 AC Level 2 and DC Fast chargers, and plans to double in size in 2023, EVCS offers drivers an expansive network of fast, reliable, affordable, and conveniently located chargers across California, Oregon, and Washington. This includes strategic placements along the West Coast Electric Highway's Interstate 5 and Highway 101, urban centers, and underserved and rural communities. On the heels of its $68.8M Series A raise last year, the company is accelerating its expansion into new cities and is increasing its charger density in existing communities.

ChargeHub's Passport Hub greatly simplifies roaming between multiple CPOs and eMSPs through a single agreement, a single flexible platform integration, and a single flexible accounting process. With over 70,000 public charging stations integrated to the Passport Hub from multiple CPOs, the addition of EVCS' DC Fast and Level 2 charging network on the West Coast makes charging more accessible to all drivers.

"Today we are doubling-down on our commitment to a hassle-free charging experience for EV drivers, by offering them more convenient ways to access our extensive charging network across the West Coast," says Gustavo Occhiuzzo, CEO of EVCS.

"Roaming continues to be a key ingredient of EVCS' strategy for seamless public charging experience, and we are glad to be partnering with ChargeHub on that front," says Karim Farhat, Vice President of Partnerships at EVCS.

"Our mission is to simplify the EV charging experience every step of the way," says Simon Ouellette, CEO of ChargeHub. "Having an extensive charging network on the West Coast like EVCS integrate into our Passport Hub and open its access to driver's preferred eMSP apps is in line with NEVI's interoperability goals and will help our industry accelerate in the right direction."