First dealer in Singapore to integrate third-party EV charging and payment capabilities into its customer platform, enabling seamless access to Charge+ stations across Singapore and Malaysia.
Singapore. Performance Motors Limited (PML), an authorised BMW dealer in Singapore, has become the first automotive dealership in Singapore to integrate public EV charging and payment services from a third-party charging point operator into its own customer platform. This new capability is available now on the OneGo by Sime Motors app, and simplifies one of the most important aspects of EV ownership, the charging experience.
PML’s first charging integration partner is Charge+, Southeast Asia’s leading EV charging point operator, with a network of more than 6,000 charging points across the region. With the OneGo app, EV drivers can easily locate Charge+ charging stations across Singapore and in Malaysia, start and stop charging sessions, monitor charging progress in real time, and pay for charging directly within the OneGo app.
Mr Lawrence Tan, Managing Director, PML and Sime Motors Singapore, said: “This latest enhancement to OneGo is part of PML’s ongoing efforts to simplify EV ownership by bringing together critical services within a single customer platform. As EV adoption grows in Singapore, customers increasingly expect charging to be as seamless as every other aspect of vehicle ownership. And for our EV customers who enjoy driving to Malaysia, whether for a day trip or longer road trips, this new feature will ensure then enjoy those journeys with the same confidence they experience at home.”
Mr Tan added: “This is another step in PML’s efforts to bring together the services that matter most to customers in the most seamless and convenient way. We will continue working with like-minded partners such as Charge+ to make enhance the EV ownership experience.”
Mr Goh Chee Kiong, CEO of Charge+, said: “Charge+ is excited to deepen our partnership with Performance Motors by extending access to our charging network on the OneGo app. We aim to make every journey more seamless and hassle-free, giving drivers greater confidence to go wherever the road takes them in Singapore and Malaysia.”
Simplifying a critical aspect of EV ownership.
PML is addressing a major pain point for many EV drivers – the need to manage multiple charging apps, accounts and payment methods to access different charging networks.
OneGo is already a familiar platform for many Sime Motors Singapore new and pre-owned car customers*. Those with their vehicle information registered can access the charging feature immediately. (*Including PML and Auto Selection)
This convenience can also be enjoyed by other EV owners who create a free OneGo account. New users can register their vehicles via Singpass or by submitting their vehicle details through the app.
The integration also delivers a more streamlined payment experience. It eliminates the need to purchase or top up pre-stored charging credits, as the charging sessions are billed directly to the credit card linked to the OneGo app. Charging activity and transaction records can also be accessed and downloaded from the app, giving users a convenient overview of usage and spend.
EV owners who travel to Malaysia can also easily use the app to locate, charge and pay for their charging sessions at Charge+ stations in the country.
To begin charging, users can either select a charging point through the app or scan the QR code at a Charge+ charging station. Charging fees are charged at prevailing Charge+ rates, which are displayed within the app.
Using technology to build a more seamless ownership experience.
OneGo is PML’s digital platform that enables customers to manage a range of services seamlessly. Existing features include service appointment booking, service status tracking, access to 24-hour Contactless Key Drop lockers, PML$ rewards management and RSVP for exclusive customer events.
Beyond in-app charging and payment capabilities, PML supports EV owners through initiatives such as exclusive public charging packages with various operators, and loyalty rewards.
PML will continue exploring opportunities to expand its charging-related services and partnerships, further improving convenience and accessibility for EV owners.
The OneGo by Sime Motors app can be downloaded from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
