Orange EV created OptiGrid, a new U.S.-based company delivering battery-integrated fast charging solutions for fleets.
Headquartered in Kansas City, Kansas, OptiGrid offers a drop-in platform that pairs ultrafast EV charging with onboard battery storage.
“We’ve seen firsthand how infrastructure delays can slow down fleet electrification efforts,” says Kurt Neutgens, founder and president at Orange EV. “OptiGrid gives us a turnkey, fleet-ready system with low cost of ownership and the flexibility of optional leasing to reduce capital barriers.”
Key takeaways:
· OptiGrid builds on the foundational technology developed by FreeWire Technologies, which integrates battery storage, AC-to-DC conversion, power management and fast charger in one self-contained unit.
· OptiGrid chargers deliver ultra-fast EV charging anywhere without the need for utility or site upgrades. Each unit includes a 180 kWh battery that charges slowly from the grid or renewables, enabling rapid deployment. Fleet operators benefit from significantly reduced energy costs by avoiding peak demand charges and other energy services, all while maintaining full flexibility to charge when and where needed.
· Benefits include fast deployment; minimal CapEx; low OpEx; ability to deploy charging infrastructure incrementally as the fleet size increases; vehicle compatibility; and smart management.
