U.S. Bank recently announced that it is teaming up with ChargePoint, an electric vehicle (EV) charging provider, to offer its Voyager Network Fleet Card acceptance at thousands of ChargePoint charging ports throughout the United States.
ChargePoint is the first EV charging network to accept corporate fleet cards and Voyager is the first fleet card issuer to be accepted at their charging spots. ChargePoint will begin equipping its locations for acceptance immediately and expects the process to be completed over the summer.
“Joining the Voyager Network is a significant enhancement to ChargePoint’s already comprehensive fleet charging solutions that simplify operations for a wide range of government, utility and private fleet operators,” Michael Jones, vice president of sales at ChargePoint, said. “As the demand for electric transportation increases, ChargePoint continues to innovate across our portfolio, adding features and technologies that make going electric seamless, convenient and cost-effective for fleet operators.”
The Voyager Network, owned and operated by U.S. Bank, is one of the largest fleet-fueling and maintenance acceptance networks in the country. The Voyager Fleet Card is accepted at more than 320,000 fueling, maintenance and service locations and used by millions of drivers of fleet cars, trucks and heavy-duty commercial rigs.
“Working with ChargePoint is an excellent example of our commitment as a bank to promoting a sustainable environment while supporting economic growth,” U.S. Bank Global Transportation General Manager John Hardin said. “ChargePoint’s well-established nationwide presence gives our fleets instant access to an alternative power source and reflects the bank’s strategy of pursuing innovative partnerships in renewable energy.”
ChargePoint has a network of more than 34,500 independently-owned charging spots and more than 7,000 customers, made up of businesses, cities, agencies, and service providers.