Volkswagen’s Elli Unveils Innovative Home Charger For EVs, Cutting Costs by 40%

The Volkswagen Group’s charging and energy brand, Elli, has revealed its new Elli Charger 2 for electric vehicle (EV) home charging. This charging solution offers smart charging features and reduces charging costs for EV owners.

Developed only for the European market, the Elli Charger 2 functions by the integration of home solar energy production and access to Volkswagen Naturstrom Flex02, which lowers charging costs by up to 40%. As a result, this optimization of charging profiles based on electricity prices and solar energy availability contributes to long-term major reductions in charging costs.

In addition, the Elli Charger 2 has also been focused on certain aspects including charging speed and regional energy setups. With these focuses in mind, the Elli Charger 2 also provides an array of services including dynamic load management and cost transparency.

Furthermore, Elli has also partnered with Otovo to offer e-mobility customers holistic and innovative energy solutions for the homes of buyers according to Volkswagen Group. Through this partnership, buyers who purchase an Elli charger can also acquire a photovoltaic system, which additionally reduces costs.

Giovanni Palazzo, CEO of Elli and SVP of Volkswagen Group Charging & Energy, expressed the introduction of the Elli Charger 2 stating, “The Elli Charger 2 represents the pinnacle of quality and innovation. The connection to Volkswagen Group as a multi-brand corporation provides significant added value for us as a company, but above all it’s a huge advantage for our customers. They benefit from a charger that was meticulously engineered in collaboration with vehicle and mobility experts.”

 As the EV market continues to receive innovative home charging solutions, the likes of the Elli Charger 2 will encourage further efforts to drive more sustainable mobility solutions. The Elli Charger 2 will be available in 28 European markets in four product versions this summer and will be compatible with all EVs possessing a Type-2 charging port.

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