American charging network ChargePoint has just introduced a new innovative electric vehicle charging technology that offers the most common connector types into a single unit, enabling Tesla and other EVs to use the stall even without adapters in North America.
ChargePoint’s Omni Port can charge any EV
According to the press release, ChargePoint’s new Omni Port is a one-size-fits-all electric vehicle connector solution that will make charging easier for owners in the North American region.
The Omni Port basically offers the Level 2 SAE J1772 plug, the Combined Charging System (CCS1) plug, and Tesla’s proprietary North American Charging Standard (NACS) plug in a single unit, allowing any electric vehicle model to charge in any parking space without an additional cable.
“Across hardware and software, ChargePoint is bringing to market innovative solutions that ensure all drivers who need to charge are able to do so.”
Rick Wilmer, ChargePoint CEO
How does it work?
ChargePoint outlined that electric vehicle owners must only enter their car’s make and model in the ChargePoint app and then tap to charge. After that simple process, the system will manage the rest.
For those who do not use the app, they can also select the correct connector on the screen.
ChargePoint’s Omni Port automatically installs an adapter to the connector’s tip before initiating the charging process.
Alleviating EV drivers’ headache
Omni Port cuts the need for owners to bring their own adapters and dedicated parking spaces to one connector type.
ChargePoint claims that the Omni Port has no incremental cost as it is a standard feature of its applicable chargers.
This groundbreaking charging tech makes it easier for EV owners to navigate in a “multiple connector environment,” potentially accelerating the shift to electric mobility in North America.
“With Omni port, ChargePoint solved the challenges associated with a multiple connector environment, ensuring Tesla and non-Tesla drivers can continue to expect a world-class driver experience. We are giving drivers and site hosts assurance that ChargePoint will continue to meet all their charging needs now and in the future.”
Rick Wilmer, ChargePoint CEO
ChargePoint aims to start deploying Omni Port across its new charging locations and existing AC and DC stations later this year, including those with 800-volt charging. The company also confirmed that the new tech could also reach existing ChargePoint CP6000 and Express Plus Power Link 2000 models at a nominal cost.
