“Increasing access to fast and reliable charging is critical to the adoption of battery electric vehicles.”
Electrify America today announced a deal with Volvo to provide drivers of the all-electric XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge with 250 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of complimentary charging on what is said to be the nation’s largest open ultra-fast DC charging network. Ultra-fast charging is now available at more than 635 public Electrify America stations and over 2,700 individual ultra-fast chargers coast-to-coast. Drivers can access to the fastest charging technology available today – taking advantage of Volvo’s 150 kW charging capability.
The incentive will apply to first owners of all 2022 XC40 and C40 Recharge vehicles. Additional models and “benefits” will be announced by the Chinese-owned Volvo. Once drivers have used all of their complimentary charging, they will automatically be eligible for Electrify America’s Pass+, said to allow drivers to charge at discounted rates, with membership fees covered by Volvo for an entire year.
Volvo customers will be supported by Electrify America’s dedicated 24-hour Customer Contact Center, and will be able to manage their fast-charging plan through Electrify America’s mobile app. The app was recently redesigned with claimed enhancements including streamlined account creation, guidance throughout the charging process, contact-less payment and an “intuitive display” of charging station information.
“Increasing access to fast and reliable charging is critical to the adoption of battery electric vehicles,” said Anders Gustafsson, President and CEO of Volvo Car USA. “Our collaboration with Electrify America ensures our drivers will be able to enjoy the benefits of an electric car whether they are taking short trips or long journeys.”
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AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
Electrify America, Volvo to Give XC40 Drivers Fast Charging
“Increasing access to fast and reliable charging is critical to the adoption of battery electric vehicles.”
Electrify America today announced a deal with Volvo to provide drivers of the all-electric XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge with 250 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of complimentary charging on what is said to be the nation’s largest open ultra-fast DC charging network. Ultra-fast charging is now available at more than 635 public Electrify America stations and over 2,700 individual ultra-fast chargers coast-to-coast. Drivers can access to the fastest charging technology available today – taking advantage of Volvo’s 150 kW charging capability.
The incentive will apply to first owners of all 2022 XC40 and C40 Recharge vehicles. Additional models and “benefits” will be announced by the Chinese-owned Volvo. Once drivers have used all of their complimentary charging, they will automatically be eligible for Electrify America’s Pass+, said to allow drivers to charge at discounted rates, with membership fees covered by Volvo for an entire year.
Volvo customers will be supported by Electrify America’s dedicated 24-hour Customer Contact Center, and will be able to manage their fast-charging plan through Electrify America’s mobile app. The app was recently redesigned with claimed enhancements including streamlined account creation, guidance throughout the charging process, contact-less payment and an “intuitive display” of charging station information.
“Increasing access to fast and reliable charging is critical to the adoption of battery electric vehicles,” said Anders Gustafsson, President and CEO of Volvo Car USA. “Our collaboration with Electrify America ensures our drivers will be able to enjoy the benefits of an electric car whether they are taking short trips or long journeys.”
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About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.