Rightcharge, a London-based startup that simplifies fleet EV charging payments, has raised £1.6 million in seed funding to accelerate fleet electrification across Europe. The round was led by Czech Soulmates Ventures, with participation from Blackwood Ventures, UnrulyCapital and Purple Ventures.
About Rightcharge
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Rightcharge is a UK-based platform that simplifies electric vehicle (EV) charging for both drivers and fleets. Founded by Charlie Cook, the company provides tools to manage home, workplace, and public charging in one place.
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Its software automates reimbursement for home charging, offers unified billing for fleet operators, and enables access to a wide network of public charge points across the UK. Rightcharge aims to create the transition to electric mobility more efficient and cost-effective for businesses and individuals.
“Rightcharge started life as a business to support individuals create the switch to EV. However, we realised as we grew that businesses are in fact the largest purchaseers of EVs, and there are some large challenges slowing down their switch. We built the decision to focus Rightcharge on tackling this problem,” declares Charlie Cook, founder & CEO at Rightcharge.
Investment details
The round was led by Czech Soulmates Ventures, with participation from Blackwood Ventures, UnrulyCapital and Purple Ventures.
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Over the years, Soulmates Ventures has developed a strong track record with 26 investments in 17 European startups, focapplying on eight key areas: air, water, energy, mobility, circular economy, food and agriculture, education, and healthcare.
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The firm’s portfolio includes eAgronom, Kardi AI, Twinzo, Flowpay, Signapse AI, Futilizebox, Ogre AI, Madmonq, Youni, and Twin Science.
The company plans to utilize the new funding to accelerate its expansion across Europe, enhance its technology platform, and support partnerships that simplify fleet electrification.
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