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Einride acquires EV charging startup Flipturn for $38M
Einride has acquired EV charging startup Flipturn for $38 million in stock to enhance its EV-charging ecosystem. This acquisition aims to support Einride's strategy to scale its electric trucking business in the U.S. by integrating charging software with its electric truck offerings.
Key points
- Einride acquires Flipturn in an all-stock deal worth $38 million.
- Flipturn specializes in EV-charging software using the Open Charge Point Protocol.
- Acquisition supports Einride's U.S. scaling strategy and vertical integration.
Einride's Acquisition of Flipturn
Swedish electric trucking company Einride has entered into an agreement to acquire Flipturn, an EV charging startup, in a deal valued at $38 million. This acquisition marks Einride's first since becoming a publicly traded company and is expected to close within the month. Flipturn, established in 2022, will maintain its operations and team after the acquisition, according to a company spokesperson.
Expansion of EV-Charging Ecosystem
The acquisition aims to bolster Einride's EV-charging ecosystem, a crucial factor as the company scales its electric trucking business in the United States. Flipturn’s software can communicate with any EV charger via the Open Charge Point Protocol, allowing it to monitor charging infrastructure health while integrating solar and energy storage systems. This capability is designed to aid fleet operators in effectively managing their electric truck charging needs.
Strategic Importance for U.S. Operations
According to Einride CEO Roozbeh Charli, the acquisition is a significant step in the company's strategy to expand its operations in the U.S. market. By acquiring Flipturn, Einride enhances its vertically integrated approach, providing customers with both electric trucks and the necessary charging management solutions. This offers potential customers an attractive proposition for adopting electric vehicles for their fleets.
Background on Einride
Einride is known for its distinctive cabless autonomous podlike trucks, but its largest revenue source comes from operating a fleet of 200 heavy-duty electric trucks for major companies like Heineken and PepsiCo. The company recently transitioned to public trading by merging with a blank-check company and debuted on Nasdaq in June. An important development in its customer base includes a partnership with Amazon, where Einride provides trucks for Amazon's Relay freight network.
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Einride has acquired EV charging startup Flipturn for $38 million in stock to enhance its EV-charging ecosystem. This acquisition aims to support Einride's strategy to scale its electric trucking business in the U.S. by integrating charging software with its electric truck offerings.