AmpUp provides a software platform for managing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, enabling seamless integration with various hardware options while offering features like access control and load management. The platform addresses the need for efficient and user-friendly charging solutions for drivers, hosts, and fleet operators in the expanding EV market.
Funding
$17M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
G+1Founders
Product
Problem
The increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) requires accessible and manageable charging infrastructure, but deploying and overseeing EV chargers can be complex for property owners, businesses, and municipalities. Existing solutions often lack seamless hardware integration, comprehensive management tools, and user-friendly interfaces for both hosts and drivers.
Solution
AmpUp offers a software platform designed to simplify the deployment and management of EV charging stations for various stakeholders. The platform provides an open, hardware-agnostic solution that integrates with a wide array of Level 2 and DCFC chargers, enabling users to select hardware without being locked into a specific vendor. AmpUp empowers hosts to effortlessly manage access control, collect revenue, and optimize load management, while also providing drivers with a mobile app to locate, reserve, and pay for charging sessions.
Target Audience
AmpUp's primary customers include workplaces, residential properties, fleet operators, municipalities, educational institutions, and hospitality businesses seeking to deploy and manage EV charging infrastructure, as well as EV drivers looking for convenient charging options.
Features
- Open platform compliance, ensuring interoperability with numerous Level 2 and DCFC charging stations
- Mobile app for drivers to find available chargers, reserve charging sessions, and make payments via credit card, mobile wallet, or RFID card
- Access control features to manage who can use charging stations
- Load management capabilities to optimize energy consumption and reduce costs
- Revenue collection tools for hosts to monetize their charging infrastructure
- Real-time monitoring and notifications for drivers to track charging progress and receive alerts
- Comprehensive customer support for both hosts and drivers