Ample

Ample

Modular battery swapping for electric vehicles

About

Ample offers a modular battery swapping service for electric vehicles (EVs), enabling a full charge in under five minutes. Their charging stations are cheaper to build and install than traditional fast-charging stations, providing energy at a lower cost than gasoline. The technology is compatible with all EVs, allowing for quick deployment without the need for construction. Ample also focuses on sustainability by using renewable energy sources and ensures that their modular batteries improve over time.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Employees

201-500

Industries

Automotive & Transportation, Energy

Total Funding

$307.1M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2014


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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Ample's partnership with Stellantis could lead to widespread adoption of battery swapping.
  • The $25 million investment from Mitsubishi supports Ample's expansion and sustainability goals.
  • Ample's cost-effective stations are 3-10 times cheaper than conventional fast-charging stations.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Chinese companies like NIO with faster swapping times poses a threat.
  • Regulatory hurdles globally could delay Ample's technology deployment and increase costs.
  • Reliance on Mitsubishi for expansion may risk if collaboration doesn't meet expectations.

What makes Ample unique

  • Ample offers modular battery swapping, charging EVs in under five minutes.
  • Their technology is compatible with any EV, broadening their potential customer base.
  • Ample's stations are lightweight and rapidly deployable, requiring no construction.

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Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

28%

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