Charging solutions for sustainable eMobility

A new chapter in the KEBA #GREENthankyou series has been written: Stefan Richter, CEO of KEBA Energy Automation GmbH, presented a brand-new KeContact P40 wallbox to the highly decorated vehicle developer Johann Tomforde.

The renowned German automobile club ADAC tested twelve charging stations suitable for charging a company car at home. The KEBA KeContact P40 achieved first place and was named the best product.

To improve climate protection, the greenhouse gas reduction quota, or THG quota, was introduced. While companies that emit CO₂ have to pay contributions, in Austria, owning a private charging station allows you to benefit from a THG incentive.

Bidirectional charging is far more than a technological advancement – it is a key enabler of the energy transition. When electric vehicles not only consume electricity but also store and feed it back into the grid, a completely new energy ecosystem emerges: flexible, sustainable, and intelligently connected. This very topic was recently discussed by experts at the KEBA Open Innovation Exchange.

With the KeContact DCW15, we are launching a new generation of DC wallboxes: compact, powerful, and as easy to install as an AC wallbox. Offering up to 40 kW charging power, it bridges the gap between conventional AC charging and expensive high-power chargers — providing exactly what operators need today: fast charging at an attractive price.

At 2,504 metres above sea level, where usually only marmots and mountaineers roam, a piece of the future has recently been installed and commissioned: Austria’s highest DC charging station.
Along the Grossglockner High Alpine Road, GROHAG has built this station at the Hochtor – equipped with powerful charging technology from KEBA.
The station has recently proven its capabilities in practice: an electric truck from the Upper Austrian transport company hofmann & neffe put it through its paces – delivering an impressively steady charging curve at maximum power. We were on site to follow the e-truck along its journey.

In service concepts for charging infrastructure, two approaches can generally be distinguished: a closed model, in which only the manufacturer’s own specialist staff carry out maintenance and repair work, and an open model, which also allows access for external service providers or internal maintenance teams. With its open service approach, KEBA offers two key advantages: lower maintenance and repair costs as well as shorter downtimes thanks to more flexible organisation of service operations – and thus a faster ROI.

Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation, or AFIR for short, refers to an EU regulation aimed at supporting the spread of alternative technologies in mobility. On the one hand, it concerns the density and performance of a refuelling or charging network. On the other hand, it is about something that has now become much more important: widespread payment options without special charging cards, subscriptions, and similar obstacles.

Especially in charging infrastructure, the true depth of climate-friendly mobility is put to the test — from resource-efficient development and energy-efficient operation to end-of-life recycling.

As a full-service provider of AC and DC charging solutions, we rely on a holistic strategy: technological innovation, regional value creation, and a strong commitment to ecological responsibility.
In this article, we show how we at KEBA put this into practice — with solutions for today and a mindset for tomorrow.

With the opening of our new competence center in Kötschach-Mauthen, Carinthia, we are expanding our presence in the region and creating a state-of-the-art work environment for our development teams.
On more than 400 square meters, we are building solutions for the next generation of DC fast charging stations with a strong focus on creativity, collaboration, and on-site quality assurance.

When e-mobility was still in its early stages, even skeptics considered short and medium distances to be the ideal terrain for deploying battery-electric drives. Today, it's clear that the profitability of electric vehicles in this segment is truly outstanding — a fact that the giants of the logistics industry are already capitalizing on. This article explains why total cost of ownership (TCO) is particularly low in last mile delivery and how it can be reduced even further.

Battery-electric drive not only makes passenger cars more comfortable, low-emission, and above all energy-efficient, but it can also significantly reduce costs in the logistics sector. This article explains the key aspects of charging strategies, charging infrastructure, and energy management to quickly lower the cost per kilometer in daily freight transport with electric trucks and vans.

The expansion of electromobility is progressing rapidly in the DACH region. To enable companies, municipalities, and private individuals to invest in future-ready charging infrastructure, numerous funding programs are offered by the federal governments, regional authorities, and the EU. These subsidies cover both AC and DC charging solutions, support grid connections, and in many cases even include accompanying consulting services or energy storage systems.

Charging infrastructure has become more than just technology, it's a strategic success factor in the shift to sustainable mobility. Today’s investors in fast charging expect more than just high power: they demand reliability, ease of use, and future-proof solutions. That’s exactly where KEBA’s DC charging stations come into play: robust, scalable, and ready for what’s next.

But this is only the beginning. With digital assistants, KEBA is laying the foundation for a new kind of charging experience. Smarter. More efficient. More user-friendly.

Mobility is changing and so are the expectations for charging infrastructure. Users want fast charging, simple payment, intuitive operation, and a secure investment in the future.

This is exactly where KEBA’s DC charging solutions come into play.
Because with KEBA, your customers charge not only quickly, but also comfortably and scalably thanks to a system that adapts to your specific requirements.

E-mobility is growing rapidly, and with it, the demands for a reliable and user-friendly charging infrastructure are increasing. While AC charging stations continue to be in demand for private and semi-public use, DC charging is gaining growing importance in commercial settings. Fast charging is no longer just a convenience; it has become a key economic success factor.

Especially in situations where time is critical, such as on highways, at supermarkets, or within high-utilization fleets, DC technology ensures minimal downtime and maximum availability.

In this article, we show how DC charging stations are specifically designed to meet the needs of CPOs, fuel station operators, and businesses, and what practical potential this opens up.

PWO AG is a German automotive supplier with production sites around the world, employing more than 3,000 people across Europe, North America, and Asia. As a specialist in lightweight metal components, used in airbags, seating and steering systems, as well as in electronics, bodywork, and chassis applications, the company, headquartered in Oberkirch in the German state of Baden-Württemberg, is not focused on any specific type of drive system.

We will be showcasing our expanded product portfolio and future vision for electromobility at "Power2Drive Europe". At stand B6.310 in the ICM Munich, visitors can discover the latest AC and DC charging solutions, including the brand-new KeContact P40 / P40 Pro wallbox and DC systems offering up to 480 kilowatts for ultra-fast charging.

Sustainability at KEBA Energy Automation GmbH is more than just a promise – it is an integral part of our corporate philosophy. As a leading manufacturer of wallboxes, we focus on innovative solutions that drive e-mobility forward while also protecting the environment.

The idea of using electric vehicles not just as a means of transportation but also as flexible energy storage is gaining increasing importance. But where does the development stand today? What challenges exist? And what opportunities does V2G offer for the energy transition? A look at the market shows: The technology is still in its infancy, but the potential is enormous.

The use of self-produced solar power is a crucial step towards sustainable mobility. With PV surplus charging, excess electricity from your own photovoltaic system can be used directly to charge an electric vehicle—cost-efficient, independent, and environmentally friendly.

In this article, you'll learn how PV surplus charging works, the different variants available, and why the KEBA complete system is the perfect solution for sustainable charging.

With the innovative features of the KEBA eMobility App and the KEBA eMobility Portal, you can not only control the charging process but also easily manage and monitor your wallbox. A key step in this process is registering your wallbox within KEBA eMobility's digital system. This article explains why regular software updates for your wallbox are essential and the benefits of integrating it with our app or portal.

KEBA, one of the leading European providers of charging solutions, has announced the acquisition of EnerCharge. With this strategic acquisition, KEBA is expanding its portfolio with DC charging solutions for the (semi-)public sector, thereby strengthening its position in the market as a full-range provider.

Electromobility is becoming increasingly important, and the availability of charging stations for electric vehicles is a crucial aspect for vehicle owners. In this article, we will explain the background of the "Right-to-Plug" regulation and show how electric vehicle owners can take advantage of this opportunity.

Company car drivers and fleet managers in particular benefit from this practical digital service when it comes to creating customised charging reports for invoicing.

Power2Drive is regarded as THE international trade fair for charging infrastructure and electromobility and took place this year under the motto ‘Charging the future of mobility!’. Of course, KEBA Energy Automation was not to be missed and had the latest KeContact P40 / P40 Pro wallbox in its luggage along with many other highlights.

At booth B6.310 you can experience the new wallbox KeContact P40 / P40 Pro live. The expert team from KEBA eMobility will be available for personal discussions and detailed questions.

With the spread of electric drives, charging capacities are also increasing. In order not to overload the existing electricity grid during its expansion, a law was passed that allows the distribution grid operator to throttle consumers such as the wallbox if necessary.

KEBA is proud to be a partner in another initiative to make charging electronic vehicles more intuitive, reliable and most of all easier for customers.

The company Wallbox-Profi in Augsburg has been offering KEBA wallboxes in its product portfolio for more than 3 years. Time to take a look behind the scenes of the provider of charging infrastructure for private customers and companies.

KEBA, one of Europe's leading manufacturers of wallboxes, is expanding its portfolio and presenting the new KeContact P40 and P40 Pro wallboxes. It is the perfect expansion of the KEBA eMobility portfolio, which has been well-established on the market for years and is centred around the KeContact P30, a go to choice which has sold over 550,000 units. The wallbox is specifically developed for the requirements of home, fleet and semi/public charging.

For 10 years now, KEBA Energy Automation and The Mobility House have been working together on a mission: to bring electromobility a little closer to people.

The Austrian charging pioneers KEBA and Easelink are now pooling their expertise. The two companies share the same mission of enabling electric mobility on a broad scale by employing their technologies to make the charging of electric vehicles convenient, efficient and smart. In the future, KEBA customers will be able to easily extend their wallboxes with the automated conductive Matrix Charging® technology.

In October 2023, the successful #GREENthankyou series was continued and awarded to Christopher Karatsonyi, a true driving force and pioneer of e-mobility.

Christophe Gaume and Jérémy Gabriel Blanc at the award ceremony for their #GREENthankyou at FlottAuto in Lyon

Elisa and Roland have built a new house. It was clear to them that a PV system had to be installed on the roof and that it should also charge the electric car directly. To ensure that this works smoothly, they opted for a complete solution from KEBA.

The most exhausting thing about anyone’s holidays is getting to your destination. These 10 tips will help you avoid additional stress en route with your electric vehicle. How to maintain a high energy level for yourself and your car.

Making a large residential building fit for the mobility of the future - that was the goal of the owners of a residential complex in Gävle, Sweden. For this reason, all 101 vehicle parking spaces were equipped with charging stations in 2022. A powerful and smart charging management solution was needed so that, even when fully occupied, everyone could charge at the same time and the investment would still be minimal. Our M20 in combination with our KeContact P30 c-series wallboxes met all expectations.

It's finally here - the first electric car of your own. It is quieter than a car with a combustion engine, usually speeds up better and makes visits to the petrol pump superfluous. But if you want to get the most out of your electric car in everyday life, you should know its characteristics. Here are the 15 most important tips for new EV users.

The KEBA Group, headquartered in Linz, increased its sales from 537.7 million € to 553.5 million € in the past business year (April 2022 - March 2023). This corresponds to a sales growth of approximately 16 million € or 3% . Looking at the last five years, the average annual growth is around 17% (CAGR).

The Bergergut is a luxury hotel in Upper Austria with 36 rooms and 42 employees. It offers a personalized experience focused on well-being and indulgence, including exquisite culinary delights from the renowned 2-Haubenküche. It is the ideal retreat for couples wanting to recharge their batteries in the midst of the Mühlviertler nature. And recharge is the right word. Since more and more guests ask for a charging option for their EV when making a reservation, it was important for the operator of the Bergergut Eva-Maria Pürmayer and her team to offer this as well.

At this year's Power2Drive in Munich, we from KEBA are not only represented with an inviting stand and great charging solutions, but also shine with the know-how of our employees. Two of them will be giving exciting presentations at the e-mobility trade fair.

Because we at KEBA literally deliver Power2Drive with our charging solutions, we are of course regular guests at the trade fair of the same name for charging infrastructure and e-mobility in Munich. This year, we will once again be presenting new products and providing two exciting lecture slots.

Villa Bergzauber lives up to its name: Surrounded by picturesque mountain scenery, a sophisticated art nouveau villa in southern Upper Austria enchants overnight and event guests from all over the world. What can't be missing? Charging stations.

After introducing a smartphone app for our wallboxes last year, there is now an additional new way to control, monitor and configure the charging stations via browser - the KEBA eMobility Portal.

Planning offices and installation companies rely on planning software to optimally implement construction projects. Such a software requires so-called BIM data to accurately depict our wallboxes. These digital twins are now available.

Your wallbox has finally arrived. But before you can charge your vehicle with it, it has to be installed and set up. We will explain how to install your wallbox safely—we recommend installation by an electrical contractor.

In January 2023 the successful series #GREENthankyou was continued and awarded to a true driver and enabler of eMobility - Sebastian Henßler.

Conservation of resources, efficient use of energy sources, a careful approach to the environment: companies are required to set and achieve new sustainability targets every year. This is where suppliers also come into play, because energy-saving technology, durable and low-maintenance products, and special programs that can detect and respond to failures at an early stage play a major role in achieving sustainability goals.

At KEBA, we follow this path by always keeping the sustainability factor in mind when developing and manufacturing our products - from the initial idea, to the prototype, to the series product. We see this as our contribution on the way to a sustainable, resource-saving society. This benefits not only us, but also our customers.

Our KeContact P30 PV EDITION – ideally in combination with our PV sets – enables you to utilise self-produced solar power. For this purpose, the wallbox provides the electric car with the excess power of its own PV system. In this article, you’ll learn how to best install the new hardware and how to use the new software features with your existing hardware.

The new KEBA eMobility App is the digital service for KeContact P30 users. It gives you full control over your c-series, x-series or the new company car wallbox.

Those who opt for KEBA x-series charging stations are also regularly provided with software updates even after purchase. In this way, we continuously provide our customers with new functions, further developments of the user interface and security updates. The latest software version 1.15 includes several optimisations for all x-series KeContact P30 charging stations.

KEBA KeContact is compatibility writ large. And so, the KeContact P30 is a wallbox that can be swiftly and conveniently connected to a multitude of systems. Pick any provider—this charging station works smoothly with virtually all their products.

An electric car needs a charging station. If you don’t want to depend on public charging points or your employer’s station, you need your own wallbox at home. Such a wallbox is safer than a domestic socket and lets you charge at night without hassle. These step-by-step suggestions tell you what you need to consider in your quest for a wallbox.

Do you have a hotel or a company and would like to bill for the energy that your guests, employees or customers charge into their electric cars? In this case we have an easy-to-use and cost-effective solution for you: the KEBA eMobility Solution for Hotels & Companies.

Low temperatures are a particular challenge for electric cars: cold weather decreases the range and potentially compromises the charging capacity of the battery. However, with these 5 tips, you can counteract the “winter weakness” of battery-powered electric vehicles.

We are convinced that the use of clean electricity for individual mobility instead of fossil fuels is a key element of the energy transition. We are not fighting the path to electric mobility alone. We have allies: special people who are committed to the electrification of mobility. The #GREENthankyou Award from KEBA is an award for these special personalities.

Electromobility is swiftly becoming a mass phenomenon. And so, the need for information on the subject of charging is also growing. As one of the leading manufacturers of charging solutions, we are happy to pass our knowledge on directly, by way of video clips – on our very own YouTube channel.

There are still more ICE vehicles than electric cars. But what if the situation changes over the next few years? Are the power inputs, particularly of large residential buildings, de-signed to have the majority of tenants “fill their tanks” at home?

A PV system on your roof lowers your energy costs and is an important building block on the path to energy self-sufficiency. Individual mobility also becomes significantly cheaper when the power for your electric car comes from your very own solar power plant. This is why we developed the KeContact P30 PV EDITION.

Charge point operators play a key role in the expansion of the charging infrastructure. That's why they are an essential partner for us as wallbox manufacturers. We spoke to Fermin Bustamante from Vattenfall InCharge about the role of electric mobility, challenges and future prospects.

On October 14, this year's EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award was presented in Austria. In the category "Sustainability & Greentech" Gerhard Luftensteiner, CEO of KEBA Group AG was awarded.

At the beginning of 2021 we sold the 250,000th wallbox. Just 20 months later, this number has doubled to half a million. The reason behind this: the specialisation in intelligent charging technology and consistently climate-neutral production at the site in Linz.

5 days of Light+Building are behind us and with them many opportunities for intensive exchange and discussions with customers, partners and interested parties. Among the many visitors this year, KEBA's Digital Solutions aroused particular interest, i.e. the recently presented KEBA eMobility App for charging and managing the KeContact P30 wallboxes, but also the eMobility solution for hotels and companies.

It’s all the rage: bidirectional charging. The car battery is used not only to store energy for driving but also to supply electricity – to other consumers, the building, the grid. But this extended usage of the car also bears some challenges.

In just a few days, it's time for Light+Building to open its doors again - this time under the motto "Breaking new ground". The focus of the trade fair, which brings together professionals from the electrical industry with manufacturers, is on intelligent, networked solutions and innovative technologies. It is clear that the eMobility area of KEBA Energy Automation cannot be missing. Many innovations are waiting to be discovered by you - visit us at booth E39 in hall 12.1!

chargecloud, the B2B software solution for electromobility, has certified KEBA wallboxes. This means that users of KeContact P30 can now manage their charging infrastructure with the help of the cloud-based B2B software solution from chargecloud.

We have developed the KEBA eMobility App to make it even easier to operate and monitor your own wallbox. From now on, all our c- and x-series charging stations as well as the company car wallbox can be controlled via smartphone or tablet.

With our #GREENthankyou wallbox, we want to thank personalities who – like us – are driving the mission of shaping a sustainable future and making remarkable contributions in terms of electric mobility and the energy transition. One of them is Christian Clerici – the Austrian eMobility ambassador.

PV excess charging | Installing photovoltaic (PV) solar panels on your roof allows you to generate not only power for your home or the grid. Solar electric energy can also go directly to your electric vehicle - and thereby significantly shorten the amortisation period of a PV system by reducing charging costs. We explain what PV excess charging is exactly and how it works.

Electric company cars are often charged at employees' homes. The electricity used must be recorded separately from private consumption. With our new company car wallbox, we offer a charging station that enables automatic billing of the charging current with the employer.

The KEBA eMobility App will be available for download in the App Stores in just a few weeks. We are looking for testers so that it will then work perfectly for all KEBA wallbox users.

During the visit by Automobili Estrema CEO Gianfranco Pizzuto in Linz, it was announced that we at KEBA are Automobili Estrema's selected partner in the area of charging. Proudly the Italian electromobility pioneer and investor, who has been committed to electromobility since 2007 reported on its plans.

The planning of the new KEBA site in Leonding/Pasching (AT) is progressing rapidly. The winning project by the Viennese office Franz&Sue was selected from ten submissions.

Due to the electric motor’s extremely high efficiency factor, electric vehicles use significantly less energy than their combustion-engine counterparts. But does that automatically make their consumption costs much cheaper? Here is a cost comparison between using electricity and the fuels petrol and diesel for your car.

Independent tests by external experts, reviews, and user testimonials provide information about the strengths and weaknesses of a given product. They help consumers make informed decisions – and manufacturers become better. Here are the most recent test results about KEBA wallboxes.

You often see public charging stations in the German-speaking world reading the letters ME. They stand for "Mess- und Eichrecht" (measurement and calibration act). But what does that mean? What other calibration standards are out there? And why do I need a calibrated wallbox for my personal use? Here are the answers.

Before and during charging, a charging station communicates with the electric car. To make sure all new models allow for trouble-free charging with wallboxes from KEBA, we have developed regular compatibility tests. Armin Weberberger explains what it is about.

Our presence at Power2Drive in Munich made two things very clear: E-mobility has finally arrived in the mainstream of society. And with our current and upcoming products, we are fully prepared for the challenges of today and tomorrow.

A wallbox can do much more than is commonly believed. Depending on its features, it allows using self-produced PV energy, transferring data via 4G, or evaluating individual charging sessions. To find the right model quickly, we are now offering our convenient Wallbox Finder.

Since 'Power2Drive' could also be the motto of the electromobility business unit of KEBA Energy Automation, we can't miss out on the trade fair in Munich. This year, visitors can look forward to a particularly large number of innovations at our booth.

On May 5 and 6, 2022 the first so-called 'Long Night of E-Mobility' (German: 'Lange Nacht der E-Mobilität') will take place. On these days, we will keep the doors open at the KEBA eMobility Store until 9:00 pm to give interested customers insights into the world of charging.

The Upper Austrian automation specialist KEBA continues to grow. In the last year alone, the internationally active company has grown by 225 employees, the majority of them in Austria. KEBA has thus reached the 2.000-employee mark.

They are live—the social media channels of KEBA’s eMobility segment! As of now, we are offering exciting information about our charging solutions and all things electromobility on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Electric cars are increasingly the first choice for a company’s vehicle fleet. To make the best use of them, drivers should charge them at home – the electric vehicle can park overnight and thus refuel in the most economic way. To pass on that part of the electricity bill to the employer, there are various options.

The latest software update for KEBA’s x-series wallboxes offers both technical improvements and operating comfort. As always, it is free of charge and easy to install. So, we stay true to our principle: to keep improving our own products when they are already in use.

As the leading manufacturer of intelligent charging stations for hybrid and electric vehicles, KEBA is today opening the eMobility Store at Leonfeldnerstraße 2 in Linz-Urfahr together with LINZ AG.

‚Smart’ is an attribute used for many things: watches, TVs, phones, and even entire houses. What does the quality of smartness in everyday objects mean for us? And more importantly, what does ‚smart’ mean in a wallbox? Find the answers here.

Installing photovoltaic (PV) solar panels on your roof allows you to generate not only power for your home or the grid. Solar electric energy can also go directly to your electric vehicle - and thereby significantly shorten the amortisation period of a PV system by reducing charging costs. We explain what excess PV charging is exactly and how it works.

From the outside, a conventional combustion engine differs only marginally from its electric relative - internally, however, it differs a great deal. A different engine brings with it many new terms that require explanation. From 'A' as in 'AC' to 'F' as in 'FI circuit breaker' and many other terms, we have listed the most important technical vocabulary that an e-car driver should know.

There are still more ICE vehicles than electric cars. But what if the situation changes over the next few years? Are the power inputs, particularly of large residential buildings, de-signed to have the majority of tenants “fill their tanks” at home? The answer is yes – if the load management is sophisticated enough.

People often cite charging time as a major shortcoming of electric vehicles. However, the duration is dependent on many factors and can range from a few minutes to several hours. Find out below what causes such big divergences and why the actual charging time is irrelevant in most cases.

Aside from the inner qualities of a wallbox – which include performance and safety features as well as attributes such as user identification, consumption gauge, and communication with existing systems – a purely external distinction can be made between two types: wallboxes with a fixed cable and wallboxes with a charging socket. These are the advantages of both models.

If you want to drive an e-car or a plug-in hybrid, you have to deal with the subject of charging. You’ll quickly come across terms like alternating and direct current, single-phase and 3-phase charging. But what do they mean and how do these concepts influence the way you charge your vehicle? Here’s a summary of the most important points.

Those who want to be able to charge their electric car or plug-in hybrid at home face a decision: To buy either a mobile charging station or a permanently installed wallbox? Before deciding on one of the two options, you should ask yourself the following three questions in order to make the right choice.

With modern plug-in hybrids, distances of up to 90 kilometers can be achieved purely electrically. That is usually enough for the commute to work or other everyday journeys. All the same, the batteries of these PHEVs are significantly smaller than those of purely battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). So, is a household socket sufficient for daily charging or does it still make sense to have a charging station?

The international Best Managed Companies programme, which is already established in more than 30 countries and awards outstandingly managed companies, was carried out in Austria for the first time this year. KEBA is one of the first Austrian award winners.

In 2021, the International Automobile Exhibition IAA became IAA Mobility. The name says it all: Rather than putting only the car at center stage, the focus was now on mobility today and tomorrow. In addition to cars, especially bicycles and even small airplanes were presented at the Munich Trade Fair Center.