The Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN), a global association focused on the electrification of transportation, plans to launch a new task force in October 2025 to support the electrification of two-wheel and three-wheel vehicles.

Industry stakeholders—including OEMs, electric two- and three-wheeler manufacturers, EVSE providers, testing centers, EV associations and governmental bodies—are invited to participate in discussing charging standards and fostering interoperability in the segment. CharIN members and non-members are invited to participate in the Task Force.

Vehicles such as electric mopeds, motorcycles, scooters, rickshaws, trikes and cargo trikes are being adopted rapidly in regions like southeast Asia, China and India. However, the lack of interoperable charging standards has created challenges.

The absence of standards can lead to safety concerns and variations in product quality, affecting customer experience and trust, CharIN said. Manufacturers may need multiple designs without established standards, incurring higher costs that can in turn drive up consumer prices.

The objectives of the task force include conducting discussions to develop safe and interoperable charging solutions, defining technical specifications and drafting best practices and implementation guides on charging to facilitate interoperability. The task force will also aim to establish a testing process for the solutions designed to ensure they are safe, effective and suitable for international adoption under varying charging conditions.

Source: CharIN