Ford Partners With Octopus Energy To Expand Charging Network

Ford has been working to expand its EV charging network for years now, which is key in a world where such infrastructure simply isn’t adequate given its electric ambitions. Back in 2022, the Ford BlueOval Charging Network teamed up with GeniePoint in Europe, adding a number of charging options in the process, and just last year, Ford dealers began receiving Allego ultra-fast chargers thanks to a new partnership with that company. Now, Ford is partnering with Octopus Energy in the same region – for the very same reason.

Ford is once again expanding its European charging network, this time, by partnering with Octopus Energy’s electric vehicle charging platform Electroverse. Starting this October, Ford EV owners will be able to download the Electroverse app and connect their Ford account to access over one million public chargers through the app’s network. This way, by using one app, BlueOval Charge Network x Octopus Electroverse users can access over 1,200 charging networks, bypassing the need for multiple accounts with different providers.

In the app, Ford EV owners can view charging point locations and availability, along with pricing. Intelligent route planning enables them to automatically find the most cost-effective and convenient charging stops along their route, and it also touts in-car support via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Users can even view and upload images for charge points, and by linking their Ford and Octopus accounts, they’ll get a three-month IONITY Premium trial for private customers, plus an option to integrate public charging payments into home energy billing.

“We understand that for both private and business customers, public charging that is convenient, easy to use and good value is paramount”, said Sven Pleines, manager, public charging, Ford Model e, Europe. “BlueOval Charge Network x Octopus Electroverse will deliver this and more, making the range of Ford electric vehicles an even more attractive proposition.”

“Public charging for EVs doesn’t have to be complicated, and we love showing drivers just how easy topping up on the go can be”, said Matt Davies, director, Octopus Electroverse. “Thanks to our partnership with Ford, we’re able to give even more drivers more freedom and confidence over how, when, and where they charge and it’s fantastic working on this together.”