Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Enel X have announced a partnership to expand electric vehicle infrastructure in Brazil in 2021. The agreement, which is the first of its kind between an auto manufacturer and e-Mobility infrastructure provider in Latin America, is aimed at supporting the adoption of electric vehicles. New electric models from FCA are expected to enter the market later this year, including the Fiat 500e and Jeep Compass hybrid.
“The strategic partnership with FCA is in line with our commitment to offering innovative technological solutions and added-value services aiming to boost electric mobility, contributing to a responsible and efficient energy consumption and the transition to a more sustainable global energy system to benefit residential customers, businesses and cities,” said Enel X president Francisco Scroffa
The agreement is part of a broader strategic initiative to modernize the city of São Paulo’s electrical infrastructure known as the Urban Futurability Project. With an investment of more than R $125 million/ USD $233 million, Urban Futurability is Enel's largest network innovation project, comprised of 40 different projects aimed at electrifying the city’s energy network. Once complete, the project will transform the city’s grid infrastructure, creating a modern network that will support the expected growth of electric vehicles and distributed energy resources. The project is aligned with São Paulo goals, which is one of the first cities in Latin America to implement a comprehensive plan to fight climate change.
