Ford Pro Releases Complimentary EV Chargers for California Businesses

Ford’s commercial branch, Ford Pro, has spent the last few years developing and perfecting electric vehicles for commercial use, and making them easier and more seamless to adopt. The latest project in this regard has been the introduction of the Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle to California, the home of one of America’s larger commercial fleet markets.

Adjusting to charging vehicles can have a bit of a learning curve even for individual drivers. For large commercial fleets, the operation can be much more complex. The Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle was created to help businesses incorporate EVs into their fleets smoothly, improving their operations and reducing their upfront and ongoing EV charging costs. To that end, the bundle offers businesses that are subscribed to Ford Pro Charging software a complimentary Ford Pro Level 2 48-amp charger or a Level 2 80-amp charger for depot and workplace charging.

Ford Pro’s charging software also includes a new automated demand-to-grid response solution that reacts to grid events in California, such as high local demand. The charging software will recognize the grid event and automatically pause charging, alerting the customer, and resume charging when the event is over. Not only does this lessen the strain on the grid and reduce the risk of brownouts and blackouts, but it allows users to save money by keeping vehicle charging to off-peak hours when utility costs are typically lower.

“California is an EV pioneer, and new regulations aim to accelerate businesses’ electric transition,” said Ted Cannis, Ford Pro CEO. “We’re here to do the heavy lifting and help companies navigate the complexities of electrification, helping them be more productive and efficient as they add EVs to their fleet. Our smart charging software helps businesses effectively manage their charging operations, including scheduled charging to avoid peak periods when electricity is in high demand at high rates and automated participation in grid events.”

Switching to electric vehicles as a society carries far more benefits than just saving the planet, and Ford is continuing to work on other clever solutions to make that transition easier and more accessible. If you’re interested in learning more about the latest Ford news updates, you can continue to read our blog here at Keller Brothers Ford in Lititz, PA!