One of the biggest hurdles for electric vehicle (EV) adoption remains charging speed, but the ABB 'Terra 360' EV charger is poised to help change this with a functionality that would drastically reduce the time needed to power up a car.
The charger is capable of providing a vehicle with an additional 62-miles of driving range in just three-minutes with the ability to fully charge it up in around 15-minutes. The unit looks like a traditional gas pump with a total of four ports and 16-foot cables that can be used to power up to four electric vehicles at once at a rate of 90 kW, while a single car could be charged at a rate of 360 kW.
The ABB 'Terra 360' EV charger was explained further by President of ABB’s E-mobility Division Frank Muehlon who said, "With governments around the world writing public policy that favors electric vehicles and charging networks to combat climate change, the demand for EV charging infrastructure, especially charging stations that are fast, convenient and easy to operate is higher than ever. The Terra 360, with charging options that fit a variety of needs, is the key to fulfilling that demand and accelerating e-mobility adoption globally."
Ultra-Fast Electric Vehicle Chargers
The ABB 'Terra 360' EV Charger Offers 62-Miles in Minutes
Trend Themes
1. Rapid Charging Technology - Developing ultra-fast charging capabilities is a key trend to increase EV adoption and address charging speed concerns.
2. Multi-vehicle Charging Stations - The trend of building EV charging stations with multiple ports can improve efficiency, reduce wait times, and attract more EV drivers.
3. Demand for Convenient Charging - There is a trend of increasing demand for charging stations that are fast, easy to operate, and well-located to encourage more widespread adoption of EVs.
Industry Implications
1. Electric Vehicle Infrastructure - Companies involved in building electric vehicle charging infrastructure can take advantage of rapid charging technology to offer faster and more convenient charging options to attract more customers.
2. Auto-manufacturing - Auto-makers that invest in developing and producing electric cars that can quickly charge using ultra-fast charging technology can gain a competitive advantage in an evolving market.
3. Energy Utilities - Energy Utilities can take advantage of the trend towards multi-vehicle charging stations to provide more efficient, cost-effective charging infrastructure to customers, and generate new revenue streams.