Quick Facts
Kite Mobility, a Canadian car-sharing startup, has secured $1.5 million in funding, including a $500,000 grant from the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) and $1 million in industry contributions.
The company is partnering with SWTCH Energy to integrate EV charging management software with Kite Mobility’s reservation system for shared electric vehicles and micromobility options.
The funding will support the deployment of 15 public smart load-managed Level 2 EV chargers at a luxury lifestyle resort community in Ontario.
Kite Mobility aims to optimize energy use for EV charging in high-density communities and demonstrate the grid benefits of intelligent EV charging and car sharing.
The project will enhance access to clean transportation while ensuring stability and resiliency of the local electricity grid as EV adoption rises.
Ontario’s Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, Vic Fedeli, has endorsed the initiative, highlighting its role in advancing smarter grid integration.
Kite Mobility plans to expand EV charging infrastructure and shared mobility services to additional communities across Ontario and beyond.
The partnership leverages advanced technology to provide efficient, sustainable mobility solutions for both residents and visitors.
The funding reflects growing investment in green mobility solutions and the integration of intelligent EV infrastructure.
Kite Mobility’s approach positions the company as a key player in Canada’s evolving shared electric mobility ecosystem.