A MILESTONE IN FIAT INNOVATION: Electric recharging in less than 5 minutes!
FIAT is proud to announce the rollout of battery swapping technology, which will allow a less than five-minutes recharge solution for electric vehicles. In partnership with Ample, a programme will be launched initially in the Madrid car-sharing market with Free2move, a leading mobility solutions provider. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in offering a technical solution that further simplifies the use of electric vehicles (EVs), while also reflecting the Italian brand's commitment towards promoting urban and sustainable mobility. FIAT is providing a fleet of Fiat 500e, perfectly suited to accommodate the swappable battery packs provided by Ample. The brand identified the 500e as the ideal vehicle to interact with Ample's innovative battery exchange system, enabling a full recharge in just under five minutes. The solution offers a flexible and scalable alternative to traditional charging, maximizing fleet availability, reducing operational costs, and minimizing reliance on the charging infrastructure.
Olivier Francois, FIAT CEO and Stellantis Global CMO, commented: “At FIAT, we are committed to sustainable mobility. Guided by lateral thinking and a focus on simplicity, this new battery swapping technology reflects these values. It significantly reduces the fear of depleting battery mid-trip and dramatically cuts recharge time, delivering a seamless and effortless experience for drivers. We are dedicated to thoroughly testing and analysing this concept in real-world conditions and aiming to expand it to private customers soon. That is why we believe deeply in this project and have chosen our iconic Fiat 500 to spearhead the initiative. It will provide invaluable insights for both our brand and the Group as we shape the future of mobility.” Ample’s battery swapping technology addresses key EV challenges by boosting fleet availability, cutting charging times, and reducing reliance on charging infrastructure. This revolutionary solution works through seamless integration of its modular batteries, designed as drop-in replacements for original EV batteries, enabling compatibility with various electric vehicle platforms, including Stellantis models; combined with fast and easy swapping, where Ample-enabled EVs are automatically recognized at swapping stations and drivers can complete a battery swap via a mobile app in under five minutes.
