General Motors labels eTransEnergy as preferred provider on fleet electrification

As General Motors works to accelerate the electrification of its fleet, the automobile giant has named Duke Energy subsidiary eTransEnergy as a preferred provider for fleet electrification, sealing its place in the electric transition effort known as the GM Ultium Charge 360 service.

“GM’s Ultium Charge 360 service and our work with eTransEnergy will help ensure that fleets are able to customize their electrification plans,” Alex Keros, lead architect of EV infrastructure for General Motors, said. “GM and eTransEnergy will work to provide a curated approach to charging solutions that will help accelerate EV adoption for an all-electric future.”

Duke Energy created eTransEnergy as a wholly owned subsidiary earlier this year. As its own entity, it focuses on energy transportation services for logistics, services and last-mile delivery companies, school districts, and transit agencies. The company aims to provide comprehensive infrastructure planning, smart charging technology, on-site solar generation, battery backup options, and more electric vehicle (EV) fleet management options for its customers.

In all, it aims to be a one-stop-shop for transitioning fleets into EVs. It has stressed the role this will play in reducing carbon emissions throughout the country.

“We are so pleased eTransEnergy was named by GM as a preferred provider for the electrification of its fleet,” Greg Fields, eTransEnergy vice president, said. “This speaks to the strength of our program and the value of our service as a realistic solution for customers seeking to transform their fleets.”

Originally begun as a passenger vehicle electrification program, the Ultium Charge 360 program now includes commercial fleets, all united under an app.