Under the new model, Ford Pro will tap the deep expertise of leading external charging infrastructure providers. Fleet customers who need charger installation and related services at drivers’ homes or at their business’ depots and offices will be seamlessly referred to a network of expert third-party partners such as ChargePoint in the UK.
“ChargePoint’s customised, scalable solutions deliver fleet operators with operational visibility and improved efficiency,” said Rick Wilmer, CEO of ChargePoint. “Electric fleets thrive when charging becomes intuitive, reliable, and seamlessly integrated into your daily operations. Together with Ford Pro, we are supporting every charging scenario to help fleet managers lower costs and streamline operations.”
This strategic shift aims to deliver:
- Accelerated charger installation, getting businesses up and running faster
- A wider range of advanced fleet functionalities, including Automated Home Charging Reimbursement, DC charging capabilities and sophisticated power management for both static and dynamic load management
- Class-leading fleet software solutions that empower fleet managers to control charger access, apply tariffs, view all home and depot chargers, and gain crucial insights into energy usage and costs
- All commercial customers get access to cutting-edge hardware and software, helping ensure future-proof charging solutions built for optimal uptime