Ed Harvey
Founder
Evnex
Evnex designs and installs smart EV chargers that utilize home solar energy and off-peak rates to provide efficient, tailored charging solutions for electric vehicles. Their technology addresses the challenge of range anxiety by enabling users to charge their vehicles up to four times faster than standard methods, while ensuring safety through built-in home overload protection.
- Clean Technology
- Energy
- Hardware
- Internet of Things
Updated 7 months ago
Funding
Raised to date
$321.4KRaised 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.
Funding rounds are not available yet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Charging electric vehicles using standard household outlets can be slow, leading to range anxiety and inconvenience for EV owners. Existing charging solutions may not optimize energy usage, potentially increasing electricity costs and failing to leverage renewable energy sources like home solar. Furthermore, unmanaged EV charging can overload household circuits, creating safety hazards.
Solution
Evnex provides smart EV chargers and tailored charging solutions designed to maximize charging speed, safety, and energy efficiency. Their E2 charger allows users to charge their EVs up to four times faster than standard outlets, eliminating range anxiety and ensuring a full charge every morning. The chargers are compatible with home solar systems, enabling users to divert unused solar energy to charge their EVs, reducing reliance on the grid. Built-in home overload protection automatically adjusts the charge rate to prevent power supply overloads, ensuring safe and reliable operation.
Target Audience
Evnex targets EV owners who want faster, safer, and more efficient home charging solutions, particularly those with home solar systems seeking to maximize their use of renewable energy.
Features
- Up to 7.4kW (32A, single phase) charging power for faster charging speeds
- Compatibility with all home solar systems for diverting unused solar energy to charge EVs
- Home overload protection to prevent household circuit overloads during peak usage
- Mobile app for scheduling charging sessions, monitoring energy usage, and customizing charging preferences
- Load balancing between multiple E2 chargers to optimize energy distribution
- IP55 water resistance rating for durability and protection against the elements
- 5m or 8m tethered cable options (Type 1 or Type 2) for convenient charging
- Cellular and WiFi connectivity for remote monitoring and control