A new announcement by Stellantis offering the choice between a home charger or charger credits through its Free2Move program when a new US consumer opts to buy a new EV is getting the limelight.
Currently drives has access to over 75,000 chargers across the Uniter State that includes piles managed by ChargePoint and EVgo. In this row Free2Move is a charging ecosystem run by auto conglomerate Stellantis’ ($STLA) new charging & energy business unit as part of its Dare Forward 2030 electrification strategy.
Stellantis said, US consumers who opt for a BEV from one of its marques now have the option of a complimentary charger or Free2Move credits.
Company also said its Free2Move Charge website and app will also guide the potential consumers before a BEV purchase through the purchase process. It also educating them about available BEV models and charging options.
Head of energy and charger business unit Mathilde Lheureux also describes -:
As we introduce our all-electric vehicles this year in the U.S., we want to ensure that our customers easily understand the charging options available to them before or upon purchase. Simply stated, included in the purchase of a Stellantis battery-electric vehicle is the ability to choose a Free2move Level 2 charging unit or charging credits with a value of $600 to use at charging stations across the country, which are easily identifiable through the app.
Also for BEV buyers who own a home, the new offering by the Stellanties, a new Charger Home Package, which includes a Level 2 unit valued at around $600 is also impressive. There is an installation portal on the Free2Move website to help those buyers to determine the best location for the charger and schedule an estimate and installation with Stellantis partner Qmerit.
There is also an impressive alternative for those, who don’t have the ability to install home chargers. Stellantis is offering $600 in credits accessible through the Free2Move Charger app. They can use the package at DC and Level 2 public chargers stations across the US. Stellantis COO Carlos Zarlenga also comment about the potential savings for costumes choosing one of the company’s branded BEVs:-
With our fully electric vehicles now arriving in the U.S. market, starting with the Fiat 500e, and the Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger Daytona coming soon, our customers will quickly realize that our BEVs will carry the same brand DNA that our customers have grown to love, but with electrification and next level technology. Electrification is a game changer. Yes, our customers will see efficiency gains, but they will also experience incredible performance advancements, including technology, ride and handling, giving our brands, such as Jeep, greater off-road capabilities and defending the Dodge Charger’s claim as the world’s quickest and most powerful muscle car.
