FREEWIRE NEWSLETTER

Last year, the global electric vehicle (EV) fleet surpassed 10 million. This year is on track to be another record year for electric mobility as momentum in the market grows. Over 20 new EV models are planned for release in 2021. GM, Jaguar Land Rover, and Ford announced plans to go all electric and a recent survey showed 24% of consumers plan to purchase an alternative fueled vehicle as their next vehicle. More direct current fast chargers (DCFC) are necessary to keep up with the escalating demand. As a technology leader in EV charging and energy storage, we're excited to help charge point providers quickly meet this demand through novel, ultrafast solutions. Catch up on the latest from FreeWire below and stay tuned for more updates.

FreeWire secures $50M in Series C funding round

FreeWire has announced a $50 million Series C funding round, led by Riverstone Holdings, with participation from current shareholders bp ventures, Energy Innovation Capital, TRIREC, and Alumni Ventures Group. The new investment will enable FreeWire to accelerate international market expansion of its flagship product, Boost Charger, and expand production capacity to meet unprecedented customer demand. Read the press release.

First UK deployment of Boost Charger

We are excited to announce Boost Charger's arrival in the UK! This unit at the bp pulse offices in Milton Keynes is a major step toward enabling faster and more widespread charger deployment by in the UK. Boost Charger's battery-integrated design allowed this unit to be deployed without infrastructure upgrades and only took 2 hours to swap the existing 50 kW charger for the ultrafast 120 kW Boost Charger.

Choosing the right power for your public EV charger

There are many factors to consider when installing a new DCFC. Charger power output, or charger speed, is a critical factor when determining which charger is best suited for both drivers and your bottom line. Check out our latest blog to help you make a market-informed decision for your site. Read more.

EVs in the Super Bowl limelight

Is is just us, or did EVs steal the show during the Super Bowl? Many car manufacturers have been announcing their expansion of electric vehicles, and with all the hype, there will be many more to come in the next few years! Luckily, with 160 kW of battery capacity and 120 kW output, Boost Charger is ready for current and next generation EVs.

Check out our latest Boost Charger video

DC Fast Charging: Finally it’s Quick, Easy and Cost Effective to Install

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