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Zerova Unveils MegaWatt Charging System at CES 2024

Zerova Technologies has launched a fast-charging DC power system for heavy-duty vehicles that offers up to 3.75 megawatts of output.

Zerova Unveils MegaWatt Charging System at CES 2024

Zerova Technologies showcased its MegaWatt Charging System (MCS) with support for up to 3.75 megawatts at CES 2024.

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Zerova Technologies debuted its MegaWatt Charging System for commercial heavy-duty vehicles at CES 2024. The company said it will support up to 3.75 megawatts, 3,000 amps, and 1,250 volts.

Zerova said it is leveraging its MCS charging system to harness booming demand for total commercial fleet solutions while delivering the scalability, efficiency, and user-friendly designs fleets need. It offers an integrated platform that the company said combines cutting-edge hardware and software with onboard applications such as a system for scheduling charging times for added ease of use.

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In North America, Zerova said, it has a proven track record of collaborations with automakers, charge point operators, and turnkey EV charging providers supporting various sectors, including hospitality, multi-unit dwelling, parking, fuel, and fleet.

"Zerova Technologies has established a solid business foundation in the fiercely competitive North American market through successful collaborations with hotels, apartment complexes, parking facilities, gas stations, and heavy-duty fleets," said Alex Lin, chairman at Zerova Technologies.

Key innovations in the Megawatt Charging System, according to Zerova, are:

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  • Single conductive plug

  • Max 1,250 volt and 3,000 amp (DC)

  • PLC+ISO/IEC 15118

  • Touch safe (UL2251)

  • On-handle software-interpreted override switch

  • Adheres to OSHA and ADA standard

  • FCC Class A EMI

  • Located on the left side of the vehicle, roughly hip-height

  • Capable of being automated 

  • UL (NREL) certified

  • Cyber-Secure

  • V2X(Bi-directional)

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