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Plug & Charge: Hubject provides ISO 15118 certification to support the overseas charging ecosystem

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Hubject

What is Plug&Charge?
Plug&Charge is a revolutionary technology designed to eliminate the cumbersome steps involved in charging electric vehicles. Previously, you might have needed to use different applications, RFID cards, or other methods to initiate and pay for charging sessions, which could be time-consuming and inconvenient.

Advantages of Plug&Charge:
Simplicity and Convenience: No additional cards, apps, or authentication steps required. Simply plug the charging gun into a compatible electric vehicle to begin charging.

Automatic Authentication: Your vehicle securely communicates with the charging station, automatically verifying identity and payment details to ensure a safe and reliable charging process.

Plug-and-Charge: No manual operation needed. The charging session commences instantly upon plugging in the charging connector, saving time and effort.

How to Use Plug&Charge Technology?
Preparation: Ensure both your electric vehicle and charging station support Plug&Charge technology.

Insert the Charging Plug: Plug the charging connector into the charging station.

Automatic Initiation: Your vehicle will automatically communicate with the charging station for authentication and payment, commencing the charging process immediately.

Transforming Future Charging Experiences: Plug&Charge technology will revolutionise your perception of electric vehicle charging. It not only enhances convenience but also unlocks greater possibilities for eco-friendly mobility. We firmly believe this innovation will propel electric vehicle adoption, enabling you to experience a new era of travel.

Who requires Plug&Charge?
Within the charging ecosystem, numerous market players are involved, including automotive manufacturers (OEMs), charging point manufacturers (EVSE), charging point operators (CPO), charging service providers (eMSP), and hardware manufacturers for charging equipment (EVCC, SECC). These market players are rapidly emerging globally, particularly in emerging markets for charging participants such as Europe, America, Southeast Asia, and China. Plug&Charge delivers an efficient, flexible charging solution for these market players, meeting their growing charging demands.

Hubject's Role in Plug&Charge
Within the Plug&Charge ecosystem, Hubject plays a pivotal role.

As the leader in Plug&Charge, Hubject operates the world's largest PKI, independently issuing and managing root certificates. It provides the market's sole Plug&Charge solution compliant with the ISO 15118 series standards, supporting multi-contract certificates and multi-root certificate processing. Currently, numerous domestic manufacturers including BMW, Audi, Porsche, and Volkswagen have completed Plug&Charge integration and commenced mass production. Fundamentally, Hubject has catalysed the global advancement of the charging ecosystem.

Simultaneously, Hubject has become an indispensable market presence through its extensive customer network, rich commercial experience, and global partnerships. This robust business network enables Hubject to keenly identify market trends and deliver valuable commercial insights to clients. Furthermore, Hubject operates an interoperability platform, allowing companies implementing Plug&Charge to connect directly, thereby accelerating market entry and seizing first-mover advantage.

The Irreplaceability of Hubject
As a member of CHARIN and a contributor to ISO standards, Hubject demonstrates its pivotal role in advancing industry standardisation. Its technical connectivity solutions are both straightforward and highly efficient, significantly enhancing charging safety. With extensive client experience, Hubject possesses a deep understanding of the technical implementation challenges faced by Chinese companies expanding globally across diverse regions and standards, enabling it to provide tailored support.

Leveraging its extensive customer network, Hubject anticipates market trends and delivers comprehensive client support. Its interoperability platform further provides a fast track to market entry, enabling companies to seize competitive advantages in this fiercely contested sector.

Recently, Daotong Technology, a leading enterprise in electric vehicle charging infrastructure, formally announced its successful integration into the Plug&Charge ecosystem through Hubject's Plug&Charge certification. This accreditation enables Daotong to deliver more convenient and efficient charging experiences for users, realising the Plug&Charge vision and establishing itself as a vital component within the Plug&Charge ecosystem.

Hubject, a pivotal player in the Plug&Charge domain, possesses not only formidable technical capabilities but also demonstrates irreplaceable commercial advantages. Its global influence propels innovation and development within the charging ecosystem, injecting vitality into the future of the energy sector.

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