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CharIN Testival NORTH AMERICA 2026 – Detroit

Date: June 2 – 4, 2026
Location: Detroit, MI, USA
Host: American Center for Mobility

We gathered at the American Center for Mobility in Detroit, MI, USA. From June 2 to 4, 2026, participants immersed themselves in the world of e-mobility charging and cutting-edge testing.

We explored the latest developments in e-mobility and interoperability while testing a variety of vehicles, charging stations, and communication controllers. Participants networked with stakeholders from across the e-mobility value chain and forged valuable in-person connections.

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Event Info

Date: 06/02/2026 – 06/04/2026
Timezone: America/New_York (EDT)
Location: Detroit, MI, USA

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Agenda and Times

Tuesday, June 2

Testing Day 1 (open to testers only)

  • 8:30 AM | Registration open
  • 9:00 - 9:45 AM | Testival Kick-Off (mandatory for all testers)
  • 9:45 AM - 4:30 PM | Testing
  • 7:00 PM | Closing of the Testing Hall
Wednesday, June 3

Testing Day 2

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM | Testing

Public Day, program subject to change without notice

  • 9:00 AM | Opening Words
  • 9:10 AM | "The Why, What, and How of EV Interop Testing Events", by Keysight
  • 9:30 AM | Walking Tour of Testival
  • 10:30 - 11:30 AM | ACM Facility Tour (by bus & walking) - Slot 1
  • 12:30 - 2:00 PM | Lunch
  • 1:30 PM | Demonstration "SAE EVPKI Certificate Trust List" by SAE Industry Technologies Consortia
  • 2:00 PM | "Tap to Pwn: Exclusive EVSE Attack Surfaces from Pwn2Own Automotive 2026" by VicOne
  • 2:30 PM | "The Trends Defining CharIN’s Technical Focus Areas" by CharIN
  • 3:00 PM | Facility Tour ACM (by bus + walking) - Slot 2
  • 3:30 PM | Demonstration "Making Plug&Charge and BPT work with ISO 15118-20 and OCPP 2.1", by Argonne National Laboratory and Hubject
  • 4:00 PM | Final Q&A
  • 4:30 - 6:30 PM | CharIN Member Meeting: Interoperability, J3400, and VGI Progress (open to all), full agenda

CharIN Evening Event

Thursday, June 4

Testing Day 3 (open to testers only)

  • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Testing (Dynamic Pairing)
  • 4:00 PM | Closing of Testing Hall

Sponsors

Demonstration Sponsor

Argonne National Laboratory and Hubject

Demonstration Sponsor

SAE Industry Technologies Consortia

Lanyard Sponsor

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Strategic Partner for Plug&Charge End to End Testing: Hubject

Hubject is a global innovation leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, advancing the transition to zero-emission mobility through seamless, secure, and scalable ecosystems. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, with offices in Los Angeles and Shanghai, Hubject drives the eMobility industry with:

Intercharge Network: The world's largest eRoaming platform, connecting over 2,500 partners across 70+ countries and providing access to 1,000,000+ charge points. This interoperability foundation bridges network fragmentation, enabling drivers to charge anywhere with a single contract.

Plug & Charge Ecosystem: Advanced automated authentication and payment solutions based on ISO 15118 standards. Hubject's expertise delivers secure, intuitive charging experiences and is proven through global initiatives like CharIN's Plug & Charge Testival.

Integrated Financial & Consulting Services: Comprehensive solutions that streamline cross-border transactions, optimize operational costs, and support businesses through market entry, regulatory compliance, and technology implementation. Hubject works alongside automakers, utilities, charging point operators, and governments to create a future where EV charging is seamless, accessible, and user-centric.

Invitation to Innovate: Hubject collaborates with the majority of automotive OEMs, CPOs, EMPs, and technology providers to create the future of e-mobility infrastructure. Join us in accelerating the shift to sustainable transportation.

Address
EUREF-Campus 22, 10829 Berlin, Germany

Host: American Center for Mobility

The American Center for Mobility (ACM) is a premier global development center dedicated to revolutionizing mobility technologies with a focus on safety, sustainability, and security.

Located on 500+ acres at the historic Willow Run site in Ypsilanti, Michigan, ACM features:

Advanced Mobility Proving Ground: A state-of-the-art facility for testing and validating connected, autonomous, and electric vehicles in specialized environments.

Innovation and Technology Campus: A collaborative hub for the co-location and incubation of mobility companies and technologies.

Event and Demonstration Areas: Spaces designed for showcasing cutting-edge mobility innovations and fostering industry engagement.

ACM welcomes private industry, startups, government entities, standards organizations, and academia to collaborate and drive the future of mobility.

Address
2701 Airport Dr, Ypsilanti Twp, MI 48198

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