Plug Inn, the peer-to-peer charging network by Renault, opens up to professionals
This page is translated from the original post "Plug Inn, la recharge entre particuliers par Renault s’ouvre aux pros" in French.
- 17/04/2024 18:19
The pooling of charging resources and an effective tool to promote electric mobility. Renault is on board with Plug Inn.
To speed up access to electric charging, Renault launched a new service in spring 2023: Plug Inn. A free and community-based app for private charging, already downloaded more than 80,000 times, which allows thousands of drivers to recharge anywhere in France daily, especially in rural areas, and thousands of private charging station owners to generate additional income.
With the automotive industry shifting towards electric and with the ban on thermal engines by 2035, Renault is evolving this service by implementing a new interface: Plug Inn for Business, available free of charge to professionals and merchants, allowing them to register their charging stations, attract traffic, and offer a new service to their customers.
Charging stations and local businesses
According to a study conducted by operator Bump in 2023, installing electric charging stations at commercial sites significantly contributes to customer loyalty, influences time spent in store, the average basket size, and especially directs consumers to specific stores. Indeed, 1 in 4 French electric drivers has stopped visiting a store because it did not offer a charging station.
Recognizing this opportunity, Renault commits to playing an active role in revitalizing city centers by offering a tangible contribution: Plug Inn For Business, available for professionals and merchants from April 30, 2024.
How does it work?
For drivers:
- Free registration
- Route planning
- Reservation and geolocation of a charging station in advance
- Charging planning
- Secure charging and payment
For merchants:
- Free registration
- Sharing and monetizing your station securely (suggested rate: €4.50/hour*, revenues paid monthly)
- Income simulator to estimate your financial gains
- Simple and flexible reservation system to easily manage requests based on your availability
- Customizable dashboard to track revenue statistics and service usage
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