JOLT Charge

JOLT Charge

Operates freemium-based fast EV charging network

Overview

JOLT Charge operates a network of fast EV charging stations with a freemium pricing model: drivers get a daily 7 kWh allowance, after which additional charging is billed per kWh. Payments can be made through JOLT Charge’s own system or via third-party charging cards, offering convenience across different networks. The service focuses on urban and suburban areas in the UK and Europe, aiming to be easy for new users to adopt. The goal is to attract many EV owners, grow the charging network in cities, and provide a convenient, fast charging option across its regions.

About JOLT Charge

Simplify's Rating
Why JOLT Charge is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Automotive & Transportation

Energy

Consumer Software

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$206.6M

Headquarters

Sydney, Australia

Founded

2018

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What believers are saying

  • Acquiring Volta's 3,000 US stations dominates at-work charging segments.
  • Municipal partnerships validate revenue growth for US urban expansion.
  • Ad-supported infrastructure model blends public charging with digital ads.

What critics are saying

  • Shell acquiring Volta Network eliminates Jolt's ad-funded free model.
  • Tesla's UK free policy Outreach threatens freemuum adoption quickly.
  • UK Ofgem's ad-subsidized ban forces charging collapse in 18-24 months.

What makes JOLT Charge unique

  • Jolt uses an ad-based freemium model offering 7kWh free daily.
  • The network blends EV charging with digital out-of-home advertising revenue.
  • It partners with municipalities for zero-cost operational expansion globally.

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Funding

Total Funding

$206.6M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

4 Rounds

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

Company Equity

Hybrid Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

7%
JOLT CHARGE LIMITED
Sep 13th, 2021
JOLT Charge Pty Limited partners with Ausgrid

“JOLT Charge Pty Limited is excited to be teaming up with Ausgrid for the launch of its Sydney network, giving drivers the ability to access free, fast charging across the city.

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