What is Smart Charging | Ostrom Help Center
What is Smart Charging
Smart Charging is a technology used for charging electric vehicles (EVs).
Instead of starting the charging process immediately and at full power, it is intelligently managed – for example, based on:
- the time of day (e.g., at night),
- the current electricity price,
- or the availability of renewable energy.
The goal: reduce costs, ease the load on the power grid, and charge more sustainably.
How can I use Smart Charging in practice?
To optimize costs:
Your vehicle automatically charges when electricity is cheapest – typically at night or during times of energy surplus.With user-controlled settings:
You can define your preferences, such as:- A time frame for charging
(e.g., between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.) - A target battery level
(e.g., 80% charge)
- A time frame for charging
Charging is then planned automatically in the background, according to your preferences.
How can I charge even more efficiently?
With our NeoGrid program, charging becomes even smarter, more cost-effective, and climate-friendly.
👉 Learn more about NeoGrid now