IVECO Bus and ChargePoint join forces

IVECO BUS and ChargePoint have joined forces to allow IVECO BUS to offer ChargePoint’s fleet software portfolio to its European customer base.

The move means that transport operators will be supported in their transition to electromobility with a best-in-class offering to operate their fleet and charging infrastructure.

Operators will have access to the data on the status of their vehicles, batteries and charging infrastructure, enabling them to optimise the management of their fleet.

In addition, they will be able to proactively monitor charge management, range forecasting, streamlined delivery route and schedule planning – simplifying the management of vehicle operations.

A smart charging management feature and a depot management tool linked to the bus operating schedule will allow for optimal management of the energy available for charging, with consequent cost reductions for the operator.

The new service extends the IVECO BUS offering of IVECO ON connected services. The individual modules are available for purchase directly from IVECO BUS and can be activated on the IVECO ON portal.

It also allows IVECO BUS to provide its customers with an in-house agnostic solution with new and extended functionalities, strengthening its position as a specialist in complete electric mobility solutions.

Marco Franza, Head of Energy Management Solutions at IVECO BUS, said: “The partnership between IVECO BUS and ChargePoint is very good news for our customers.

“We can now offer integrated bus fleet management data from IVECO buses with charging stations, including smart charging and depot management.

“Bus depots can now be operated with one tool, supporting IVECO BUS strategy in providing turn-key solutions.”

André ten Bloemendal, Senior Vice President Europe at ChargePoint, added: “The move to zero emission fleets is accelerating rapidly across Europe, as fleet managers embrace electrification to deliver a lower total cost of ownership.

“Rolling out our cloud-based fleet management solution with bus OEM leader IVECO BUS demonstrates our shared commitment to fleet electrification in Europe and together delivers integrated solutions for fleets as they shift to electric vehicles.”