The adoption of electric trucks is accelerating, with the latest electric articulated HGVs offering ranges of 200-250 miles. Longer-range vehicles, set to launch in the next two years, promise even greater capabilities. However, a key challenge remains: how can HGV operators keep vehicles on the road with minimal downtime? Rapid recharging is essential to enabling multi-shift operations and ensuring electric trucks are viable for commercial use. Today’s electric trucks typically take 1.5 to 2 hours to recharge fully, with a 20%-80% boost achievable in around an hour using 350kW chargers. But as battery sizes grow to support extended ranges, these charging times will increase significantly. For example, recharging the next generation of electric HGVs using today’s chargers could take over two hours, creating inefficiencies for operators.
The introduction of the Megawatt Charging Standard (MCS) addresses this challenge. By delivering power levels of up to 1MW, MCS can reduce charging times to just 45 minutes, allowing drivers to recharge during mandatory break periods. This capability is vital for ensuring electric trucks can operate around the clock in multi-shift scenarios.
Voltempo’s HyperCharging hub is the ideal solution for fleet operators looking to electrify their operations. Capable of charging six or more electric trucks simultaneously at speeds of up to 1MW, this innovative system is 2.5 times faster than most chargers available today. With Voltempo HyperCharging, operators can invest in a future-proof solution, ensuring they’re ready for the demands of tomorrow’s electric HGVs while supporting today’s fleet requirements.