What is the plug and charge process?

Plug and Charge is a technology that allows drivers to immediately start a charging session after plugging the charging outlet into the vehicle. The vehicle authenticates with the CPO and starts the charging session. The technical industry term for the plug and charge process is called ISO 15118.

The vehicle offered Plug & Charge capability makes charging at quick-charging stations or at home even more convenient: the vehicle registers itself at a charging station with the Plug & Charge function and activates the station – the charging process then starts automatically.