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CITROËN UNVEILS E-ROUTES APP THAT USES REAL-TIME DATA TO OPTIMISE ROUTE PLANNING FOR EV DRIVERS

  • Citroën has launched e-ROUTES by Free2move Charge, a trip planner that helps EV drivers plan long journeys with peace of mind.
  • The app uses real-time vehicle data to provide personalised navigation and efficient route planning, considering vehicle range and nearby charging points.
  • e-ROUTES is available as a smartphone app compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, included in the CONNECT PLUS Pack for 12 months to all new buyers of ë-C4 and ë-C4 X.
  • Citroën ë-C4 and ë-C4 X come with two battery sizes and a WLTP range of up to 260 miles.

 

Citroën has introduced e-ROUTES by Free2move Charge, a new app that assists drivers of ë-C4 and ë-C4 X in planning their journeys seamlessly. This trip planner utilises real-time data from the vehicle and charging points along the selected route. The e-ROUTES app will be available exclusively as a smartphone app from October and is currently accessible through the Citroën CONNECT PLUS Pack.

 

With e-ROUTES, drivers receive real-time navigation assistance and optimized trip suggestions based on live vehicle data and the availability of nearby charging stations.

 

Developed by Stellantis, the parent company of Citroën, the e-ROUTES app incorporates:

 

  • An advanced routing algorithm that calculates the most suitable route by considering the location, speed, and availability of charging stations
  • Real-time updates and utilization of crucial vehicle data including charge level, energy consumption, charging mode, and ambient temperature to provide specific insights like predicted range and charge level upon arrival
  • High-quality, up-to-date maps, real-time traffic information, and travel services such as speed limits and road closures to offer drivers the most efficient route

 

The ë-C4 and ë-C4 X, with a choice of two battery sizes and a WLTP range of up to 260 miles, provide comfort, efficiency, and meet the daily needs of most drivers. e-ROUTES serves as an ideal companion for easily managing journeys that require recharging.

 

The e-ROUTES app features a user-friendly design and is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. To access e-ROUTES services, customers can use their MyCitroën account through the smartphone app or the car’s touchscreen via mirroring. Currently, e-ROUTES is part of the CONNECT PLUS Pack at no additional cost for 12 months for all new ë-C4 and ë-C4 X buyers. The smartphone app version will be available from October 2023.

For more information about Citroën’s electric range, visit: https://www.citroen.co.uk/