Italian-based energy company Enel has launched a new global business focused on smart electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure solutions.
Enel X Way is being launched this week – though its parent company did announce earlier this year that it would be restructuring its global electric mobility business line, formerly known as Enel X e-mobility, into Enel X Way – as a new business to expand the company’s portfolio of EV charging solutions around the globe.
Already active in 17 countries across North and South America, Europe, and Asia, Enel X Way currently manages over 320,000 public and private charging ports directly and through roaming agreements.
Enel X Way will also focus on developing new EV charging solutions and services that it hopes will play a huge role in accelerating the adoption of EVs.
“The future is electric, and decarbonizing our energy and transportation systems will require smart infrastructure solutions to be the bedrock of this transition,” said Elisabetta Ripa, CEO of Enel X Way.
“Enel X Way was created to accelerate a sustainable transportation future for all. Becoming Enel X Way is a testament to Enel’s increasing investment in electric mobility and commitment to supporting the larger clean energy transformation.”
Enel X Way North America will help to lead the new business line’s growth with its existing portfolio of EV charging solutions, including the company’s award-winning JuiceBox, which has already been recognised this year by CNET and Car and Driver as the “Best EV Charger Overall for 2022.”
With over 110,000 charging stations already deployed across North America, Enel X Way North America will look to increase sales and production and expand its portfolio of solutions to include more commercial charging stations.
“Across North America, major automakers are doubling down on their electric vehicle plans, large corporations are electrifying their fleets, and new policies and incentives are accelerating more EV adoption,” said Chris Baker, head of Enel X Way North America.
Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.