XCharge North America and Gateway Fleets Partner to Power the Future of Last-Mile EV Logistics in Southern California
In a significant move toward the future of sustainable logistics, XCharge North America (XCharge NA)—a leading provider of high-power electric vehicle (EV) charging and battery-integrated solutions—has teamed up with Gateway Fleets, a specialized electrification platform dedicated to last-mile delivery. Together, the two companies have launched an advanced EV charging depot in Riverside, California, a key logistics hub in the Inland Empire. This site now features two dual-dispenser GridLink chargers, developed by XCharge NA, and represents a scalable blueprint for the future of fleet electrification across the country.
XCharge NA, the North American arm of XCHG Limited (NASDAQ: XCH), is focused on designing and deploying next-generation EV charging infrastructure that strengthens the electrical grid while enabling faster, more efficient fleet transitions. The GridLink chargers at the new Riverside depot are equipped with integrated battery storage and intelligent load management, providing consistent and cost-effective charging to commercial fleet operators—including independent FedEx contractors and medium-duty delivery fleets—that rely on uptime, reliability, and affordability to operate profitably.
Addressing a Crucial Gap in EV Infrastructure
This new deployment comes at a critical time. California continues to lead the charge in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) adoption, with a mandate in place requiring 100% ZEV sales for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles by 2040. However, as more commercial fleets begin to transition from diesel to electric, the existing electrical grid is under increasing strain, raising questions about how quickly infrastructure can keep pace.
Many utilities are struggling to expand their capacity to meet growing EV demand. Permitting delays, limited substation availability, and long lead times for transformer upgrades are common barriers. In response, innovative technologies like battery-integrated microgrids are emerging as vital solutions—especially for grid-limited locations where rapid deployment and uptime are critical.
XCharge NA’s GridLink solution addresses these challenges head-on. Each unit combines 430 kWh of battery storage with DC fast charging capability. By storing electricity during off-peak hours and dispensing it during the day, the system not only reduces peak demand charges but also enhances grid resilience. For fleet operators, this means lower energy costs and a more predictable charging environment.
Gateway Fleets: Building Turnkey EV-Ready Infrastructure
Gateway Fleets, which recently received a major investment from Partners Group—one of the world’s largest private markets investment firms—has a clear mission: to accelerate electrification in the last-mile delivery sector by providing hassle-free access to EVs and charging infrastructure.
Gateway’s business model centers around offering a comprehensive, turnkey service for delivery operators. Customers lease EVs through a flat-rate monthly subscription that includes charging, maintenance, and regulatory compliance. This structure removes major barriers to entry for small businesses and independent contractors that may lack the capital or technical expertise to deploy their own charging systems.
At the heart of this model is infrastructure—specifically, reliable, cost-effective charging solutions that can support high vehicle throughput. For Gateway, selecting the right technology partner was a critical decision.
Why XCharge NA Was the Right Fit
“Gateway Fleets was looking for a charging technology provider that understood the operational demands of last-mile delivery and could match the speed, reliability, and scalability required to serve last-mile delivery operators,” said Bruce Pflaum, CEO and Founder of Gateway Fleets. “We chose to partner with XCharge NA because their solution is easy to operate, dependable under daily load, and built with commercial fleets in mind.”
Pflaum emphasized that several factors set XCharge apart from other vendors: the high battery capacity of the GridLink units, the ability to serve multiple vehicles simultaneously via dual dispensers, a compact footprint that makes it ideal for urban or constrained depot locations, and the company’s ability to deliver rapid support and deployment.
“XCharge NA’s responsive team and their ability to support high vehicle throughput made them stand out in a crowded market,” he added.
Supporting the Broader Electrification Ecosystem
From XCharge NA’s perspective, the Riverside depot represents more than just a successful deployment—it demonstrates how smart energy solutions can be used to overcome the real-world limitations of the power grid, while enabling large-scale electrification.
“This partnership exemplifies how far EV charging has come,” said Aatish Patel, Co-Founder and President of XCharge NA. “With GridLink’s battery-integrated technology, we’re helping companies like Gateway better optimize existing electrical infrastructure in locations—sites by and large that are grid-limited—where reliability, uptime, and speed to deployment can have an even bigger impact.”
Patel noted that the key to unlocking widespread EV adoption lies in making charging both practical and economical for commercial use cases. With logistics operators under pressure to reduce emissions, stay compliant with evolving regulations, and control costs, solutions like GridLink offer a clear path forward.
“By transforming these sites into dependable charging hubs, we’re making electrification more practical and cost-effective,” Patel continued. “XCharge NA is proud to work alongside partners like Gateway Fleets who are pushing the industry forward and realizing the promise of the EV transition for last-mile logistics operators.”
A Scalable Model for the Future
As more delivery fleets across the U.S. face regulatory deadlines, rising fuel costs, and pressure from customers to go green, the need for turnkey electrification solutions is accelerating. XCharge NA and Gateway Fleets aim to replicate the Riverside model in other regions, creating a network of battery-integrated charging depots that can scale quickly—without waiting for costly utility upgrades.
With the backing of Partners Group, Gateway now has the capital resources to expand aggressively, and its partnership with XCharge NA ensures that it will have the technological foundation to support high-demand charging applications at scale.
Together, these companies are not just deploying chargers—they are helping to reimagine what the future of fleet operations looks like. One where last-mile delivery is electric, efficient, and powered by resilient infrastructure that can meet the needs of both today and tomorrow.
