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XCharge Leases Fast Chargers, Boosts Energy Discharge Pilot

9/28/2025

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XCharge North America is leasing DC fast chargers to small businesses with Ascentium Capital, rates from $800.
Installation and maintenance are included; businesses retain all charging revenue.
A U.S. pilot enables Ford F-150 Lightning trucks to discharge energy to the grid.
The vehicle-to-grid program, with Sunrun and Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), pays homeowners for energy during peak hours.

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Story summary

XCharge North America is leasing DC fast chargers to small businesses with Ascentium Capital, rates from $800.
Installation and maintenance are included; businesses retain all charging revenue.
A U.S. pilot enables Ford F-150 Lightning trucks to discharge energy to the grid.
The vehicle-to-grid program, with Sunrun and Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), pays homeowners for energy during peak hours.