The Formula E is about to test an innovation that promises to revolutionize the charging of electric cars: the “Pit Boost” system.
Using a 600 kW charger, the system is capable of providing 10% of a vehicle’s battery charge in just 30 seconds.
The first application of the system will take place at the Jeddah E-Prix in February 2025, with the expectation that the technology will become common in the coming years, following the example of innovations such as ABS brakes and electronic fuel injection, which emerged in competitions and were adopted by passenger cars.
One of the main advantages of ultrafast charging will be the significant reduction in the wait time for charging electric vehicles, making long trips more practical and less worrisome. In addition, the growing network of chargers and reduced range anxiety will contribute to accelerating the mass adoption of electric cars.
Although the initial costs for implementing ultrafast chargers are higher compared to traditional fossil fuel stations, the trend is that the technology will become more affordable over time.
Mass production and the advancement of new technologies should reduce costs, making ultrafast charging a reality for all electric vehicle drivers.
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