As part of its growing presence in the UK, Chinese automotive group Changan UK has chosen Ohme as its preferred new home electric vehicle (EV) charging partner.
The move means that customers will be able to specify an Ohme home EV charger and installation service through the Changan retail network.
Ohme chargers will be available to view in Changan dealers, with Ohme providing a full installation solution as well as dealer training and support with the companies looking to work together and collaborate on evolving technologies such as V2G too.
In addition, Ohme’s dynamic EV chargers use live data from the grid. Its chargers automatically adjust to optimise the cost of charging and accessing all the times of the smartest, greenest and lowest cost energy tariffs, as well as featuring a solar boost function reducing reliance on the grid.
Fully-charging a Changan Deepal S05 with an 68.8kWh battery using an Ohme charger on a dynamic EV tariff such as Intelligent Octopus Go, could cost just £5.50 (based on its 303 mile WLTP range).
Ohme also offers drivers the option to charge their car when renewable energy generation on the national grid is at its highest, further lowering their CO2 impact.
Nic Thomas, Managing Director, Changan UK, said:
“With the successful introduction of the Changan Deepal S05 and S07 to the UK and exciting new models such as the new S05 Ultra PHEV on the horizon, we’re delighted to be partnering with Ohme to the benefit of both Changan’s customers and our growing retailer network.
“Buying an electric car and working out how to charge it at home shouldn’t be two separate conversations. Most people just want a straight answer on what to get, what it costs, and who’s going to fit it. This partnership means our customers can choose the car and home charger in the same place, with people who know what they’re talking about. We looked for a partner with a genuine track record, not just a product to sell. Ohme is trusted by drivers and by other manufacturers, and that gave us the confidence to recommend them to our own customers.”
Peter McDonald from Ohme said:
“I’m delighted to announce this new collaboration with Changan as it has already proven itself as an exciting new brand to UK roads. We’re looking forward to collaborating with them on our technology and knowledge in the future and introducing Changan’s customers to the benefits of dynamic charging and supporting its dealer network.”
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