7/11 gets into vehicle charging with 7Charge - Update

Well this was a no-brainer. 7/11 is going to make it easier for you to get a charge (pun intended) while you get your snacks, hot food, drinks (not to mention that Slurpee you wanted) and other assorted supplies. Years ago, the major gas companies added convenience stores to their stations so it only makes sense for a convenience store company to add chargers to their locations. And, you don't have to build a huge project with underground tanks, etc., so it's a win-win for 7/11. Not to mention that gas stations will be relics in the decades ahead or at least the actual numbers of stations will be largely reduced. It is inevitable folks, so get on board. In fact, to maintain relevancy, gas stations would need to install EV Chargers like Shell has announced they will do in the near future. Don't forget the in-roads made in ICE vehicle technology over the last decades, so EV tech will be amazing shortly. Just look at the range increases made in the last few years. The future looks bright and with 7Charge, 7/11 is relevant again.

An app on your phone will be required (for now) and the 7Charge app can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play, or by visiting 7‑Eleven.com/7charge.

Source: 7/11 - Press re;lease, pic

Press Release:

7‑Eleven, Inc. Launches New Electric Vehicle Charging Network, 7Charge

7Charge Will Bring New Level of Accessibility and Convenience to EV Drivers

7‑Eleven, Inc. announced 7Charge, its new, proprietary EV charging network and app that delivers a convenient and reliable fast-charging experience at select 7‑Eleven® stores in the U.S., and coming soon to Canada. 7‑Eleven intends to build one of the largest and most compatible electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging networks of any retailer in North America with the launch of 7Charge, which is already delivering fast-charging services to customers in several locations in Florida, Texas, Colorado, and California.

 The 7Charge network will offer EV drivers 7‑Eleven’s trademark convenience and accessibility. 7Charge sites allow customers to charge any EV make and model compatible with common CHAdeMO or Combined Charging System (CCS) plug types*, and the 7Charge app offers a new level of convenience and coordination to customers looking for a seamless charging and payment experience. The 7Charge app can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play, or by visiting 7‑Eleven.com/7charge.

 “For over 95 years, 7‑Eleven has innovated to meet our customers’ needs – delivering convenience where, when and how they want it,” said Joe DePinto, President and Chief Executive Officer at 7‑Eleven. “Now, we are innovating once again to meet our customers' where they are by expanding our business to provide EV drivers convenience of the future...today.”

 The 7Charge network will deliver on the growing consumer need for EV charging infrastructure. By expanding the 7Charge network, while continuing to utilize third-party fast-charging network options, 7‑Eleven will have the ability to grow its network to match consumer demand and make EV charging available to neighborhoods that have, until now, lacked access.

 Once the network’s expansion is complete, 7‑Eleven will have one of the largest and most compatible fast-charging networks of any retailer in North America serving communities and customers at charging stations across its entire family of brands including Speedway® and Stripes® stores.

 *Provided a driver has a CCS or CHAdeMO adapter.