We attended Move America 2024 in Austin Texas. A nice stand near the main stage. We met lots of our US partners and had great discussions with customers and potential customers. Hugh was also a speaker at the show, in a section on how to invest efficiently in DC charging infrastructure. We made a recording of Hugh's presentation. About 10 minutes and you'll understand why DockChain is a big deal. Click on the image for Hugh's talk. It's worth it! If the link doesn't work, ping Hugh on hugh.sheehy@goeve.com

We're thrilled to announce that we’ve officially moved into our brand-new Development Centre! With the final network cable installed, a solid three-phase power supply in place, and the keys in hand, we’re ready to go. Located in Wolverhampton, at the heart of the UK’s industrial Midlands, our new facility is perfectly positioned to welcome partners from across the country and beyond. The site will serve as a demonstration hub for our DockChain system, as well as a testing ground for future product iterations. The Development Centre will also host our product engineers and serve as a training location for installers. In addition, it will be a collaborative space for charger manufacturers, suppliers, and customers as we continue rolling out our scalable fast-charging solution. A huge thank you to all our partners and the incredible Go Eve team for making this possible Our valued partners include:  Zerova, EVbee, EV-Tower, City Electrical Factors, EV Wales, EV Blocks, and Matt:e.

We’re thrilled to announce an exclusive partnership with  EVISE  to bring DockChain to the Netherlands. With their expertise in fast charging for fleets and destination car parks—paired with an energetic (pun intended!) team of EV experts—we couldn’t ask for a better partner. EVISE offer full turnkey solutions to their clients so they can support from planning the fleet charging, site design, install, all the way through to service and maintenance. If you're in the Netherlands and interested in a demonstation of DockChain, or want to discuss supply or distribution, get in touch with the EVISE team. https://evise.io/

Zerova, a leading provider of DC charging solutions, and Go Eve, an innovator in electric vehicle (EV) charging technology, have partnered to deliver a smarter, more efficient EV charging experience. This collaboration combines Zerova's advanced DS Series rapid chargers with Go Eve's groundbreaking DockChain technology, setting a new benchmark in deploying EV charging infrastructure. Zerova's DS charger extended to serve multiple bays with Go Eve's DockChain innovation. Go Eve's DockChain technology is now fully compatible with Zerova’s DS chargers, renowned for their high efficiency and robust performance. DockChain technology allows a single charger to support multiple EVs through a daisy chain of compact charging terminals. With a fast-charging port added to multiple parking spaces, access for charging increases—without dividing the power from the charger. Instead, DockChain charges one vehicle at a time while intelligently prioritising charging sessions based on customisable criteria set in software, such as: First-in, first-served for fairness Lowest battery level to prioritise urgent charging Custom settings for priority users or bays And more DockChain overcomes a major frustration for drivers and charger operators—blocking access to the charger—while providing visibility of every vehicle in the process. This method ensures optimal charger use and certainty in the charging process for all users. This partnership makes fast DC charging a practical solution for workplaces, hotels, depots, and garages—cutting charging times from hours to minutes. Better use of DC chargers, where large amounts of power can be deployed when only one or two vehicles are on a site, can also help some locations reduce their overall grid capacity requirements. Go Eve's software gives visibility and control of the charging sequence on each EV “We are excited to partner with Go Eve to bring this innovative solution to the market,” said Bruno Guenka, Senior Marketing Manager at Zerova. “Our DS Series chargers, combined with Go Eve's DockChain technology, offer a unique and efficient charging experience that meets the growing demands of EV users.” John Goodbody, Co-founder of Go Eve, added: “Zerova’s DockChain approval ensures we can now offer a seamless, scalable fast-charging solution globally. This partnership enhances the EV charging experience for drivers and provides operators with an intelligent, flexible infrastructure choice. Expect to see DC fast charging installed in many more locations from now on.”   This partnership builds on a year of real-world success, with proven reliability across multiple sites in the US and Europe. Together, Zerova and Go Eve have already successfully deployed their systems across four sites already, charging a broad range of vehicles, including both cars and vans. This real-world experience highlights the reliability and versatility of their combined technologies in diverse applications. For businesses and property owners seeking to upgrade their EV charging infrastructure, this partnership delivers a proven, scalable solution. About Zerova Zerova specialises in designing and producing branded EV charging solutions, delivering fully customised systems. With over 50 years of manufacturing excellence, Zerova provides reliable solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of every partner. About Go Eve Go Eve pioneers cutting-edge EV charging technologies, aiming to enhance the efficiency, accessibility, and user experience of electric vehicle charging. Its patented DockChain technology represents the next generation of intelligent charging solutions.

We're delighted to announce that  Mid-Cour EV Charge, LLC   has signed an agreement to be an authorized reseller of our DockChain charging solution. Mid-Cour is a leading supplier of EV charging systems across the USA. Mid-Cour already has a DockChain system at one of its locations in Michigan and can demonstrate it to fleets or destination car park operators. As we approach certification and manufacture in North America in the coming weeks we look forward to working together to serve our customers.

You might have seen recent guff in the press about EVs, EV depreciation, the purchase price of EVs being higher than ICE vehicles, the lack of affordable EVs, etc. This is all noise and confusion that doesn't make the slightest bit of difference to a few fundamental points; EV costs are coming down and will continue to trend down see battery cost forecasts below...this will bring down the cost of all EVs manufacturers are launching more and more affordable EVs Kia's EV3 , the Renault 5 , the Inster , the Dacia , the Citroen , the Alfa Romeo , and on and on...and on EV depreciation is already bouncing as people realize things like "Hey, that's a great price for a heck of a lot of car". "My neighbor's EV is awesome and they love it" Operating costs of EVs are much much much lower than ICE vehicles Lower fuel costs Lower maintenance costs The residual value of petrol cars is going to fall off a cliff in a few years. A tipping point will soon arrive when an ICE car will be as attractive as one driven with coal and steam. new EVs are going to be cheaper than ICE cars soon, which will drive down residuals on older ICE cars second hand EVs are going to be seen as reliable second hand buys, which will drive down residuals on older ICE cars EVs are nicer cars, which will drive down residuals on older ICE cars used ICE cars have a higher potential to be lemons (EV batteries can be checked pretty easily and there's almost nothing else to go seriously wrong), which will drive down residuals on older ICE cars Ask taxi drivers this question..."Have you had any problems with it?" I've been asking that question in every taxi for years. In EVs the answer has always been "No. It's been great", with maybe a comment on "I went through the first set of tires quickly but now I take it easy". That is far from always the answer with petrol or diesel taxis. But, the main thing is that the cost of batteries is still falling. It's been falling and that is continuing. The recent Goldman Sachs review of historical and forecast battery costs tells a straightforward tale.....EVs are going to be cheaper than ICE cars on an unsubsidized basis pretty soon and they'll get cheaper. Ref: Goldman Sachs (link above) That's a heck of a drop from 2023 to 2026. That's what'll be in the market in 18 months. And remember, a lot of EV manufacturers could make profitable cars at the battery prices from 2021 and 2022. And before. ( yes, we're aware that some manufacturers can't....that's irrelevant ) Ref: Goldman Sachs (link above) But - you might ask - shouldn't you wait another couple of years before you buy a new EV? No.....no more than you should wait another couple of years before you buy a new phone. Or than you ever waited before you bought a new car. Next year's car was always better than this year's car. Besides, if you need a new vehicle, the choice is really whether you get an EV or get an ICE vehicle. And that's already a no-brainer unless you live in a remote location AND have no access to a plug. So, if you need a new vehicle, get an EV.

We’re proud to announce a strategic partnership between Uptime Charger and Go Eve! This partnership brings together Uptime Charger’s expertise in end-to-end EV charging infrastructure services, with a strong focus on maintenance and operational reliability, and Go Eve’s innovative DockChain charging solutions for fleets. A great partnership By combining our strengths, we are setting a new standard for scalable and efficient EV charging solutions specifically designed to meet the needs of fleet customers.  Together, we aim to accelerate the electrification journey while ensuring seamless operations for businesses across the US. Stay connected as we work together to lead the future of EV charging! UpTime EV Charger are based in Michigan, in the home of the automobile in the USA, and have presence in North Carolina, Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Colorado, Nevada and Washington. see https://www.uptimecharger.com/

Go Eve Announces European CE Mark for Transformative EV Charging Technology   December 16, 2024 – London, UK & Dublin, Ireland   Go Eve has announced that it has obtained European CE Mark certification for its innovative DockChain charging technology, a major step forward in transforming electric vehicle (EV) charging. This new technology enables rapid, scalable EV charging, addressing two critical challenges in EV adoption; infrastructure efficiency and charging speed.   Traditional fast chargers typically serve only one or two vehicles at a time, making them unsuitable for overnight charging use. Charger blocking, operational inefficiencies, low utilisation, and higher infrastructure costs are also incurred. DockChain disrupts this model by allowing multiple vehicles to connect to a single fast charger through a "daisy chain" of compact charging points. Each vehicle on a chain, charges one at a time, at full power. Intelligent software orchestrates charging sessions based on customizable criteria such as:   ·      First-in, first-served ·      Battery level prioritization ·      Priority parking bays ·      Energy pricing or tariff optimization   A Solution Designed for Scalability and Efficiency   DockChain is ideal for fleet and site operators who need to integrate EV charging into existing parking setups. The modular design allows the system to scale as EV adoption grows, while the source fast charger can be located away from the parking area, saving space and reducing wear and tear.   The latest certified DockChain product offers power ratings between 150 and 400 Amps, enabling charging speeds of up to 320kW for compatible vehicles. Enhanced unit economics and streamlined installation processes position DockChain as a game-changer in fast-charging deployment. The team believes DockChain could eventually render traditional AC charging systems obsolete for many use cases.   Driving Efficiency and Economics in EV Charging   Hugh Sheehy, CEO of Go Eve, emphasized the many benefits of DockChain:       "Scaling EV charging requires more than just hardware. It involves balancing infrastructure costs, grid capacity, energy tariffs, and operational needs. DockChain addresses all these considerations, providing a scalable and cost-effective solution that outperforms traditional systems in many scenarios. In many of those use cases DockChain could even render slow AC charging systems obsolete."   He added:       "We’ve already seen success with DockChain at customer sites across the UK and Ireland, including depots, car rental/ service locations, and office parks. The data from these installs gives us confidence in the broader applicability of our solution in other charging contexts. With CE certification on the new product, we’re ready to deliver DockChain at scale across Europe." He concluded,  “This certification milestone comes as Go Eve prepares for its next funding round in 2025, aimed at accelerating our mission to revolutionise EV charging infrastructure globally.”   A Growing Legacy of Innovation   Go Eve was founded in 2021 as a joint spin-out company of University College Dublin and Imperial College London to commercialise the patented DockChain technology. The firm, with offices at NovaUCD in Dublin, the UK, and in the US, has rapidly advanced EV charging solutions with support from the UK Department for Transport and €3.5 million (£3 million) in seed funding. These supports have enabled the company to develop DockChain (hardware and software) to full production, work with EV charger manufacturers to guarantee compatibility when extending their equipment, and establish its first customer sites.   About Go Eve   Go Eve combines cutting-edge innovation with real-world practicality to tackle the challenges of EV adoption. With DockChain, the company is empowering businesses and public entities to meet the growing demand for fast, efficient, and scalable EV charging solutions.