Electric vehicles are reshaping the way we think about transportation, and at the heart of this shift is the challenge of charging. In this episode, Kevin Spangenberg and Mike Hawkes sit down with Mads Vind, Managing Director of Stella Energy (formerly known as Viggo Energy) to discuss how the company is driving innovation in EV charging and building a future-ready infrastructure for professional drivers and beyond.

In this episode, we explore:

• Stella’s Evolution: How Stella went from being a ride-hailing app to becoming a leader in EV charging, focusing on the needs of professional drivers like taxi drivers.
• Building Strategic Partnerships: Why teaming up with companies like Alpitronic has been key to Stella’s success in creating reliable, cost-effective charging solutions.
• Standing Out in a Crowd: How Stella finds ways to shine in competitive markets like Oslo and what makes their approach unique.
• Scaling for the Future: Stella’s ambitious plans for expanding their ultra-fast urban charging networks across Europe and North America to meet growing demand.
• What’s Next for EV Charging: The challenges and opportunities in the EV world, including energy costs, pricing, and the role of government policies.

If you’re curious about where EV charging is headed or just want to hear how one company is helping to shape a greener, more connected future, this episode is for you. Tune in and get inspired!

Welcome back to In-Between Charges, we are back for season 3!

In this strong return, our hosts Mike and Kevin are joined by Pär Möller, the Global Head of Business and Partnership Development at Mer, a leading international operator in the EV charging industry. Together, they delve into Mer's journey of building a sustainable charging network across Europe, touching on the company's strategic partnerships with major brands like IKEA and McDonald's and the recent success in winning large-scale tenders like Deutschlandnetz. In this episode, Pär shares valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in expanding EV infrastructure, the importance of sustainability, and how Mer's unique approach is driving the electrification of transportation across different markets. Tune in to hear about the evolving landscape of EV charging and what it takes to establish a truly customer-centric and eco-friendly charging experience.

Happy listening and happy charging!