Kiwicharge provides an on‑demand service that sends autonomous, cable‑free charging vans to an electric vehicle’s location via a smartphone app. The mobile units locate the EV using GPS, connect automatically, and deliver a full charge on site, eliminating the need for fixed stations or manual cable handling. This 24/7 solution offers private EV owners and fleet operators flexible, hassle‑free charging wherever their vehicles are parked.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Electric vehicle owners often face limited access to charging infrastructure, long wait times at stations, and the inconvenience of managing cables and parking for charging.
Solution
Kiwicharge offers an on-demand service that dispatches autonomous charging vehicles directly to a driver’s location. The mobile units are equipped with cable-free charging technology, eliminating the need for fixed stations or user‑handled connectors. Users request a charge through a smartphone app, and the autonomous vehicle navigates to the vehicle, connects automatically, and delivers a full charge on site. The service operates 24/7, providing flexible charging wherever the EV is parked, reducing downtime and improving the overall convenience of electric mobility.
Target Audience
Primary customers are private electric vehicle owners and fleet operators who need flexible, on‑site charging without relying on fixed public stations.
Features
- Fully autonomous charging vans that locate and travel to the EV’s GPS coordinates
- Cable‑free, contactless charging interface that plugs into the vehicle without manual handling
- Real‑time app scheduling with estimated arrival times and live tracking of the charging vehicle
- Battery management system that optimizes charge speed while preserving battery health
- Cloud‑based fleet management for efficient routing and dynamic allocation of charging units
- Integration with major EV models via standardized charging protocols