Audi India, in strategic partnerships with CHARGE+ZONE and others including Aargo EV Smart, Relux Electric, LionCharge and Zeon Charging, has announced the introduction of ‘Charge my Audi' on the ‘myAudiConnect' app. This is a one stop solution that gives Audi e-tron customers access to multiple electric vehicle charging partners, all in one app.
The partnership enables Audi e-tron owners (Audi e-tron 50, Audi e-tron 55, Audi e-tron Sportback 55, Audi e-tron GT, Audi RS e-tron GT) to efficiently plan their drive route, identify charging stations along the way, check the availability of charging terminals, start and stop charging and also pay for the service via one single payment gateway. At present, 750+ charge points are available to Audi e-tron owners on Charge my Audi with more to be added over the next few weeks and months.
Charging points offered by partners like CHARGE+ZONE are equipped with Rapid DC chargers utilising the CCS2 charging protocol, enabling them to charge up to 80 per cent capacity in 45-60 minutes, and achieve a full charge in 90-120 minutes.
Kartikey Hariyani, Founder and CEO, CHARGE+ZONE expressed, "By integrating our network operating system ChargeCloud and our network of high-speed charging stations into the 'myAudiConnect' app, we aim to enhance the ownership experience and contribute to the wider adoption of sustainable transportation. This is the first step as we work towards making India an EV-friendly country and provide easy availability to customers, driving the growth of EVs in the market."
Balbir Singh Dhillon, Head of Audi India, said, "ChargeMyAudi is a one-of-a-kind, industry-first initiative that maximises customer convenience. Ever since we introduced e-tron to India, we have focused on building a comprehensive ecosystem to support the transition to electric mobility. Along with our partners, we have an extensive charging network to alleviate range anxiety and help customers experience the true joy of owning an e-tron."
Christian Cahn von Seelen, Executive Director Volkswagen Group Sales India, stated, "As a group, we are committed to electric mobility and are continuously evaluating electric vehicles and developing the charging ecosystem. Initiatives like these for customers only strengthen the overall practicality in terms of ownership experience."
Charge my Audi eliminates the hassle of downloading multiple applications. Audi e-tron customers can initiate the charging process using the Connect App while automated identification and billing processes run simultaneously. The technology and roaming platform has been powered by Numocity Technology's eMSP platform.
