{"id":148,"date":"2026-03-19T09:30:21","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T09:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/technewscentury.co.uk\/?p=148"},"modified":"2026-03-19T09:30:21","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T09:30:21","slug":"humax-teams-up-with-rightcharge-to-fix-ev-charging-costs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/technewscentury.co.uk\/?p=148","title":{"rendered":"Humax Teams Up with Rightcharge to Fix EV Charging Costs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"8237b533-f8a5-43eb-b7f1-8d599a531b65\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"568\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><a href=\"https:\/\/humaxcharging.com\/uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Humax EV Charging<\/a> has announced a strategic partnership with <a href=\"https:\/\/rightcharge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rightcharge<\/a> to transform how UK fleets manage electric vehicle (EV) charging at home. The collaboration brings together the Humax MX7 Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)-ready charger and Rightcharge\u2019s payments platform to create a smarter, more transparent, and scalable ecosystem for business charging.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"761\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">At its core, the integration addresses one of the biggest pain points in fleet electrification: accurately managing and reimbursing home-charging costs without adding administrative complexity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"761\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-23246 aligncenter\" title=\"humax mx7\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/technewscentury.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/humax-mx7-1024x698.jpg?resize=775%2C528&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"humax mx7\" width=\"775\" height=\"528\" \/><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"766\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"3xzzi7\" data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"819\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">A Unified Platform for Business Charging at Home<\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"1100\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The combined solution provides seamless home-charging support for company cars, fleet vehicles, and business-owned EVs. By integrating hardware and payments into a single system, Humax and Rightcharge eliminate the fragmentation that typically plagues home charging reimbursement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1286\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The result is a unified platform where business and personal charging are clearly separated, reimbursements are automated, and fleet managers gain full visibility over usage and costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1291\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"9jsmw0\" data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1341\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Tackling the Problem of \u2018Grey\u2019 Charging Costs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23245 aligncenter\" title=\"humax ev rightcharge map\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/technewscentury.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/humax-ev-rightcharge-map.jpg?resize=600%2C257&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"humax ev rightcharge map\" width=\"600\" height=\"257\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1610\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">One of the longstanding challenges with home EV charging is the reliance on estimates or trust-based reporting. This often leads to so-called \u201cgrey\u201d charging costs\u2014where personal vehicles may inadvertently (or intentionally) be charged under company expense accounts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1839\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The Humax MX7 addresses this issue with advanced vehicle identification powered by ISO 15118-compliant PLC (Power Line Communication) technology. As soon as a vehicle is plugged in, the charger can detect its unique identifier.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1982\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">If the system identifies a mismatch\u2014such as a personal vehicle attempting to charge on a company account\u2014the Rightcharge platform can either:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2064\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1qv0csa\" data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2024\">\n<p data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2024\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Automatically ring-fence the cost, or<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"4f0z4d\" data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2064\">\n<p data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2064\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Block the charging session entirely<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2219\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">This ensures a strict separation between business and personal usage, giving fleet operators far greater control and accuracy in reimbursement processes.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2224\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"fookat\" data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2258\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Added Security for Home Users<\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2372\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">While the partnership is designed for fleets, it also offers meaningful benefits for private users.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2545\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Through the Humax Charge app, <a href=\"https:\/\/humaxcharging.com\/uk\/products\/chargers\/mx7\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MX7<\/a> owners can enable a \u201cregistered-only\u201d charging mode. This allows them to pre-authorise specific vehicles and block any unrecognised ones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2578\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">In practical terms, this means:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2763\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1ivem7a\" data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2643\">\n<p data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2643\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">A neighbour or unauthorised user cannot tap into the charger<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"26fbyq\" data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2710\">\n<p data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2710\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Suspicious activity triggers real-time alerts to the homeowner<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"dlcwcc\" data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2763\">\n<p data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2763\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Energy usage remains fully controlled and secure<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2765\" data-end=\"2907\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">It\u2019s a simple but effective layer of protection that turns the charger into a managed household asset rather than an open-access power source.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2912\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1v853hi\" data-start=\"2914\" data-end=\"2971\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Charger-Level Intelligence Expands Fleet Compatibility<\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"3082\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">A key differentiator in this solution is where vehicle identification happens: directly at the charger level.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3270\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Unlike software-only approaches that rely on vehicle APIs or limited integrations, the MX7\u2019s hardware-based identification enables compatibility across a much broader range of EV models.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3272\" data-end=\"3460\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">For fleet managers, this removes a major barrier to scalability. Mixed fleets\u2014often comprising different brands and models\u2014can now be included in reimbursement programmes without restriction.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3462\" data-end=\"3465\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"147g6p6\" data-start=\"3467\" data-end=\"3517\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Lower Costs and Greater Convenience for Drivers<\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3587\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The benefits extend beyond fleet managers to drivers as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3779\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Home charging is significantly cheaper than using public infrastructure and eliminates the need to spend time at charging stations during working hours. With the Humax\u2013Rightcharge ecosystem:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3780\" data-end=\"3919\">\n<li data-section-id=\"il8mc2\" data-start=\"3780\" data-end=\"3820\">\n<p data-start=\"3782\" data-end=\"3820\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Drivers avoid out-of-pocket expenses<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10j4r9w\" data-start=\"3821\" data-end=\"3866\">\n<p data-start=\"3823\" data-end=\"3866\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Reimbursements are automated and accurate<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"5fjjjb\" data-start=\"3867\" data-end=\"3919\">\n<p data-start=\"3869\" data-end=\"3919\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Charging becomes more convenient and predictable<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3921\" data-end=\"4025\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">This not only improves driver satisfaction but also reduces operational inefficiencies across the fleet.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4027\" data-end=\"4030\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1aatsic\" data-start=\"4032\" data-end=\"4068\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Simplified Billing and Compliance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4070\" data-end=\"4224\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Rightcharge consolidates charging activity across home, workplace, and public networks into a single monthly invoice that complies with HMRC requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4226\" data-end=\"4253\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">For businesses, this means:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4254\" data-end=\"4399\">\n<li data-section-id=\"bv7ceg\" data-start=\"4254\" data-end=\"4303\">\n<p data-start=\"4256\" data-end=\"4303\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Full visibility into charging costs and usage<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1v4gzar\" data-start=\"4304\" data-end=\"4363\">\n<p data-start=\"4306\" data-end=\"4363\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Integrated carbon reporting for sustainability tracking<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ngo2ae\" data-start=\"4364\" data-end=\"4399\">\n<p data-start=\"4366\" data-end=\"4399\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Reduced administrative overhead<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4401\" data-end=\"4528\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">By centralising data and billing, the platform transforms a fragmented process into a streamlined, auditable workflow.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4530\" data-end=\"4533\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"108kllv\" data-start=\"4535\" data-end=\"4562\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Key Features at a Glance<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4564\" data-end=\"4910\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1voa5b2\" data-start=\"4564\" data-end=\"4622\">\n<p data-start=\"4566\" data-end=\"4622\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Automatic separation of business and personal charging<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"13bvneq\" data-start=\"4623\" data-end=\"4680\">\n<p data-start=\"4625\" data-end=\"4680\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Built-in fraud prevention through vehicle recognition<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1idm1ms\" data-start=\"4681\" data-end=\"4729\">\n<p data-start=\"4683\" data-end=\"4729\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">ISO 15118-based charger-level identification<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ut7gye\" data-start=\"4730\" data-end=\"4777\">\n<p data-start=\"4732\" data-end=\"4777\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Fully automated home charging reimbursement<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"2ijtc0\" data-start=\"4778\" data-end=\"4824\">\n<p data-start=\"4780\" data-end=\"4824\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Broad EV compatibility across mixed fleets<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1pbjxma\" data-start=\"4825\" data-end=\"4865\">\n<p data-start=\"4827\" data-end=\"4865\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Consolidated, HMRC-compliant billing<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"de9g7g\" data-start=\"4866\" data-end=\"4910\">\n<p data-start=\"4868\" data-end=\"4910\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Lower costs and time savings for drivers<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4912\" data-end=\"4915\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1d43o9f\" data-start=\"4917\" data-end=\"4940\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Industry Perspective<\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4942\" data-end=\"5030\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Jeff Kim, President of Humax, framed the partnership as a step-change in fleet charging:<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"5032\" data-end=\"5227\">\n<p data-start=\"5034\" data-end=\"5227\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">\u201cTogether, Humax and Rightcharge are redefining how fleets manage EV charging\u2014turning home charging from an administrative challenge into a controlled, transparent and cost-efficient solution.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"5229\" data-end=\"5376\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">He added that the MX7\u2019s V2G-ready architecture and expanded vehicle compatibility help overcome long-standing limitations in reimbursement systems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5378\" data-end=\"5482\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Charlie Cook, CEO and founder of Rightcharge, highlighted the broader ambition behind the collaboration:<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"5484\" data-end=\"5614\">\n<p data-start=\"5486\" data-end=\"5614\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">\u201cBoth Rightcharge and Humax share a strong desire to unlock the true potential of electric fleets as revenue-generating assets.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"5616\" data-end=\"5746\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">He also highlighted future opportunities in grid flexibility and vehicle-to-grid capabilities as areas for continued innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5748\" data-end=\"5751\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1xqx32k\" data-start=\"5753\" data-end=\"5774\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The Bigger Picture<\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5776\" data-end=\"5978\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">As fleets continue to electrify, home charging is rapidly becoming a critical piece of the infrastructure puzzle. Yet without proper controls, it introduces financial ambiguity and operational friction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5980\" data-end=\"6302\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">By combining intelligent hardware with a robust payments and compliance platform, Humax and Rightcharge are addressing these challenges head-on. The result is a solution that not only simplifies reimbursement but also lays the groundwork for more advanced energy use cases\u2014including V2G integration and grid participation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6304\" data-end=\"6439\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">For fleet operators looking to scale EV adoption without losing control over costs, this partnership signals a meaningful step forward.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p class=\"text-justify mb-2\" >Humax EV Charging has announced a strategic partnership with Rightcharge to transform how UK fleets manage electric vehicle (EV) charging at home. 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