Volkswagen Group of America Inc.

10/15/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/15/2024 07:10

Volkswagen enhances 2025 ID. Buzz experience with Electrify America charging agreement

Oct 15, 2024

  • Every 2025 ID. Buzz comes equipped with a three-year charging offer
  • ID. Buzz customers will have access to the convenience of Plug&Charge at Electrify America fast charging stations
  • ID. Buzz charging plan includes three years of Electrify America's Pass+ membership plus 500 kWh of complimentary charging

Reston, VA - Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced its charging plan for the all-new, all-electric 2025 ID. Buzz, in collaboration with Electrify America. This initiative provides ID. Buzz owners with a seamless and cost-effective charging experience for three years, ensuring that drivers can fully embrace electric mobility with ease and convenience across the largest open DC fast-charging electric vehicle network in the U.S.

The 2025 ID. Buzz charging plan includes three years of Electrify America's Pass+ membership, which offers members preferential per-kilowatt-hour (kWh) rates of about 25 percent savings compared to standard pay-as-you-go options, plus 500 kWh of complimentary charging. The ID. Buzz also features Plug&Chargefunctionality, streamlining the charging process at Electrify America stations. By activating Plug&Charge in the Electrify America mobile app, ID. Buzz drivers simply plug in their vehicle and the charging session will automatically initiate, eliminating the need for them to reach for their wallet, smartphone, or bank card.

"We are so excited to bring the all-electric ID. Buzz to American driveways this year, and we're partnering with Electrify America to further enhance the ID. Buzz experience for all owners," said Andrew Savvas, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at Volkswagen of North America. "With three years of Pass+ membership access to the largest open DC fast-charging network in the U.S., families can explore and experience all that electric mobility has to offer."

Together, Volkswagen and Electrify America are paving the way for a more sustainable future by increasing zero-direct emission driving. With this new charging agreement, ID. Buzz drivers can experience the joy of electric mobility with confidence and convenience.

"We are thrilled to offer such a comprehensive and convenient charging solution for the electrified ID. Buzz," said Robert Barrosa, President and CEO of Electrify America. "With our extensive network of more than 970 Hyper-Fast charging stations strategically located along major highways and in metropolitan areas, ID. Buzz owners can confidently embark on road trips and daily commutes alike, knowing they have access to a coast-to-coast network."

To learn more about this program, visit ElectrifyAmerica.com/VW.

About Volkswagen
Volkswagen of America, Inc. is an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, which is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Volkswagen of America sells the Arteon, Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Golf GTI, Golf R, ID.4, Jetta, Jetta GLI, Taos, and Tiguan vehicles through more than 600 independent U.S. dealers. Volkswagen Group of America operates a state-of-the-art assembly facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee which produces Volkswagen brand vehicles including the Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and the ID.4. The global Volkswagen Group is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. Visit Volkswagen online at www.vw.com or media.vw.com to learn more.

About Electrify America
Electrify America is the largest open DC fast charging network with over 970 stations and 4,400 chargers in North America. Additionally, it is the first open DC fast-charging network to offer Plug&Charge technology to capable vehicles. The Plug&Chargefeature is enabled by advanced vehicle-to-grid communication technology that utilizes encrypted security measures. It enables simplified charging functionality for the most prevalent EV charging connector type, called the Combined Charging System (CCS).

"VW", "Volkswagen", model names and the Volkswagen logo are registered trademarks of Volkswagen AG.

This information and any vehicle specifications are preliminary and subject to change. Features and technical data apply to models offered in the USA. They may differ in other countries.

The 2025 ID.Buzz Charging Plan is included with new model year 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz vehicles purchased from an authorized U.S.-based Volkswagen dealer. Thirty-six (36) months of Pass+ membership and 500 kWh of complimentary DC Fast and L2 charging begins upon vehicle purchase. Complimentary charging does not include any idle fees and their associated or applicable taxes assessed at the charging station. You will be responsible for paying such fees through your account if you incur them during a charging session. Non-transferable. Not available for commercial use, such as ride-hailing and ridesharing. Requires Electrify America account, app, acceptance of Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, Promotion Terms and Conditions, enrollment in 2025 VW ID.Buzz Charging Plan, and $10 deposit to pre-fund idle fees, which may be automatically reloaded. See Terms of Use for details. Unused idle fee deposit will be refunded when account is closed. After the 2024 ID.Buzz Charging Plan benefits terminate or expire, your account will convert to a basic Electrify America "Pass" account.

Plug&Charge can only be used at Electrify America DC fast charging and Level 2 public charging stations. The feature is available for use upon purchase of a new, unused 2025 ID. Buzz EV and can only be utilized by the original purchaser/owner for the duration of the included charging plan. Not valid for subsequent owners. Functionality will deactivate upon expiration of the included 3-year charging plan, which begins upon vehicle purchase. Requires Electrify America mobile app, account, enrollment in the included ID. Buzz charging plan, acceptance of Plan Disclosure, set up of payment method and activation of Plug&Charge in the Electrify America app. Activation usually takes a few minutes but may take longer depending on your vehicle and its cellular connectivity.