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Abstract

An energy exchange system includes a plurality of service ports, each receptive to a connectivity device. The connectivity device physically connects a vehicle to the energy exchange system for exchanging energy services. Each vehicle using the energy exchange system is known to the system. Consequently, a vehicle may be secured to the service port to prevent theft in the case of home or parking lot service ports and to retain vehicles reported stolen in the case of other service locations, such as fast-fill stations. Associated with the energy exchange process is a clamping of the connectivity device. Disabling of the clamp release in response to a vehicle stolen or unauthorized use status, prevents the vehicle from being removed from the service port. Additional measures such as disabling the vehicle drive train or fuel system may be used to further ensure that the vehicle is retained.

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