Access public and private chargers with a single RFID fob
Managing multiple RFID fobs is a pain point for EV drivers and fleet managers.
With fleet EV adoption accelerating across Aotearoa New Zealand, the need for seamless, reliable charging experiences between workplaces, homes and public chargers is growing.
A step toward seamless EV charging for businesses is the unified RFID fob for joint customers of ChargeNet and Thundergrid
Tap into two of New Zealand’s largest EV charging networks
With a single ChargeNet RFID fob, access ChargeNet’s nationwide public fast-charging network and your private Thundergrid workplace chargers and home chargers (where these are also on your Thundergrid account).
Once set up, your business will benefit from:
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Seamless charging for drivers whether at work or on the road.
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Simplified operations with less training, fewer errors, and reduced admin support for drivers.
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Greater driver confidence with a unified EV charging network to power your business.
How the unified RFID fob works
- You need to be on a Thundergrid Charger Management Service and the ChargeNet commercial user agreement to enable this solution.
- A single ChargeNet RFID fob is issued for each driver or vehicle.
- The fob is pre-configured for both ChargeNet and Thundergrid networks.
- Drivers simply tap and charge. There is no need to switch fobs.
- The system supports real-time authentication, ensuring secure and reliable access.
- Reporting for Thundergrid sessions is provided by Thundergrid, and ChargeNet for ChargeNet sessions.
Ready to simplify your fleet’s EV charging
The unified RFID fob is currently available to joint customers of Thundergrid and ChargeNet.
Access smarter, faster EV fleet management with ChargeNet and Thundergrid. Two networks. One Tap.
FAQs
- How does the unified RFID fob work?
Your ChargeNet RFID fob will communicate with chargers on both networks to start a charging session. ChargeNet sessions will still appear in your ChargeNet account, and Thundergrid will continue to manage your Thundergrid chargers as usual.
- How do we set up a unified RFID fob?
Each ChargeNet RFID fob has two codes: A serial number and a unique identifier (UID). Both are needed to link your ChargeNet RFID fob to your Thundergrid private chargers.
Once a commercial user agreement is signed with ChargeNet, you can access and share the serial number and UIDs with Thundergrid. There are two ways to set up the unified RFID:
- Export the codes from your ChargeNet account and securely share the details with Thundergrid. You can also include vehicle registrations if you’d like them linked. Or,
- Add Thundergrid as an “RFID Export Admin” role within your ChargeNet account, allowing Thundergrid to manage the RFIDs directly.
- How much does a unified RFID cost?
There’s no additional cost to enable unified RFID functionality. This is part of the ChargeNet fleet account offer and part of Thundergrid’s standard Charger Management Services.
Your organisation must be on a Charger Management Service with Thundergrid and the ChargeNet Commerical user agreement to enable the unified RFID fob.
- What if a RFID fob is lost or needs to be replaced?
Simply order a new ChargeNet fob within your ChargeNet account. Once you’ve received your new RFID fob, send the new serial number and unique identifier (UID) to Thundergrid, securely.
- Where can I find out more about ChargeNet’s Fleet Account?
Learn more about ChargeNet’s fleet offer here.
- Who is Thundergrid?
Thundergrid offers end to end EV charging solutions for your home and business. Find out more here.
- Can I use my own fobs on ChargeNet chargers?
No. At this stage, the partnership only allows ChargeNet fobs to be used on your Thundergrid private chargers.
- How do I set up a ChargeNet fleet account?
Learn more about the benefits of our simple, flexible fleet accounts here, drop us a line via this form or book a demo with our team.