The charger set to transform electric trucks: 1,500 amps and 1.44 MW
Zerova has chosen the IAA Transportation 2026 trade fair in Hanover to unveil its new MCS charging dispenser in Europe—a solution designed to accelerate the electrification of heavy-duty electric trucks and buses. The system delivers a peak power output of 1,440 kW (1.44 MW) and can supply up to 1,500 amps using a liquid cooling system.
The company has positioned its new offering within the realm of megawatt charging, a technology that is gaining prominence in the commercial vehicle sector. This innovation enables significantly faster charging times that align with mandatory driver rest periods, thereby making long-haul operations more viable.
Charging at up to 1.44 MW.
Zerova’s new unit features a satellite-style architecture, where the power electronics and the vehicle connection point are physically separated. The charging device is based on the DO360 and DZ480 cabinets that the company already employs in other charging solutions. The system operates with DC output voltages ranging from 150 to 950 volts for the former, while the latter operates within a 200 to 950-volt range.
Notably, one of the new charger's key features is its ability to reach 1,440 kW and 1,500 A when utilizing the MCS (Megawatt Charging System) standard. The cables—liquid-cooled to handle the high current levels—are available in five- or seven-meter lengths and can be fitted with either an MCS or a CCS connector. However, the brand has not specified the maximum power output available when using the latter.
Judy Hung, Zerova’s Director of Commercial Operations, explains: "European fleet operators need charging infrastructure that keeps pace with the electrification of trucks and buses." Drawing on Zerova’s expertise in DC charging, the MCS dispenser offers operators a satellite charging platform for fleets, designed to evolve alongside the MCS standard as it becomes established across Europe.
A standard poised to become essential.
The unit features a 10.4-inch touchscreen and various identification and authorization systems, including RFID cards, QR codes, and Plug & Charge. Additionally, a card payment terminal can be integrated. Regarding connectivity, it supports OCPP 1.6J and OCPP 2.0.1 protocols, facilitating integration with the management platforms used by charging point operators. Zerova ensures the system complies with CE requirements and IEC 61851-1 and IEC 61851-23 standards for use within the European Union and the European Economic Area.
MCS technology is set to play a pivotal role in the expansion of electric heavy-duty transport; while passenger cars can remain connected for relatively long periods and benefit from an increasingly extensive charging network, long-haul trucks require minimized downtime. Megawatt-level power enables much faster charging sessions that align with drivers' standard rest breaks—though the actual time required always depends on factors such as battery capacity, state of charge, the vehicle's power curve, and operating conditions.
According to Brian Huang, Managing Director of Zerova in the UK: "This launch reflects the direction in which the market is heading. Depot operators and logistics fleets across Europe require megawatt-class charging systems that can be deployed immediately and scaled for the future—and that is precisely what our MCS dispenser offers."
