“BMW is helping more drivers experience an EV lifestyle by providing range confidence through access to fast, convenient charging while on the road,” said Robert Barrosa, Vice President of Technology and CEO- elect (June 1) of Electrify America. “Working together to increase access to ultra-fast charging is helping to drive EV adoption, leading to a more sustainable transportation future we all deserve.”
BMW i5 owners will have two years from the date of purchase to use the complimentary 30-minute charging.* To activate the charging benefit, owners can enroll through the My BMW app. In addition, drivers can use the app or in-vehicle navigation to locate nearby charging stations, verify charger availability, and navigate to the charging stations. Electrify America’s fast-charging network enables new i5 owners to charge with confidence at its 150kW and 350kW chargers, some of the fastest charging speeds available today.
The i5 is part of the new BMW 5 Series, which will launch worldwide in October 2023. The new 5 Series will feature the BMW Operating System 8.5 with the BMW Curved Display, innovative digital services and for the first time, an electric drivetrain in the form of the BMW i5. It will also be the first BMW electric vehicle (EV) to feature Plug&Charge payment technology. After a brief online registration, drivers can automatically pay for charging by simply plugging in their EV. The charger communicates with the vehicle to identify, authenticate, authorize and bill the customer’s registered account for the charging session. The entire process allows for a seamless charging experience for the customer.
“As we continue expanding our electric offerings, access to charging infrastructure is as important as having a comfortable yet dynamic ride,” said Sebastian Mackensen, President and CEO, BMW of North America. “We are grateful to Electrify America for working with us and sharing in our mission to help make the future of transportation more sustainable.”
2024 BMW i5 M60
Electrify America operates the largest open network of ultra-fast chargers in the U.S. The company’s ultra-fast chargers are capable of delivering from 150 kilowatts (kW) to 350kW. This can allow BMW iX and BMW i4 drivers to charge up to between 90 and 108 miles in as little as 10 minutes, respectively. Electrify America has 800 EV charging stations and about 3,500 individual ultra-fast chargers open or with construction completed in the U.S. By 2026, the company plans to more than double its infrastructure with 1,800 charging stations comprised of 10,000 individual chargers in the United States and Canada.
Source: Electrify America
