Scania has taken a significant step forward in making electric trucks more viable for long-distance transport with the introduction of the Megawatt Charging System, first showcased in mid-May at the EVS38 exhibition. This new high-power charging technology will be available from early 2026 and promises to reduce current charging times by half. The new system offers a charging capacity of up to 750 kW, with a maximum current of up to 3,000 amperes as defined by the protocol.
The first Scania models equipped with this technology will be capable of charging at 1,000 amperes, allowing the battery to go from 20% to 80% in less than half an hour. These times align with the mandatory rest breaks for drivers under European regulations on driving and rest periods. As explained by Daniel Schulze, head of Scania eTruck Solutions, “our new charging technology ensures operational efficiency and reliability over long distances, supporting our goal of making sustainable transport a practical reality. With the rapidly expanding infrastructure across Europe, we are laying the groundwork for a more efficient and environmentally friendly future for heavy transport.”
At the heart of the Mcs technology are its liquid-cooled connectors and an advanced communication system between the vehicle and the charging station, enabling safe, stable and predictable operations even at high power levels. Scania stresses that the new standard is not only about speed, but also about cost control and ease of use.
The debut of Scania’s industrial vehicles equipped with the Megawatt Charging System is scheduled for early 2026, but the Swedish manufacturer plans to begin activating the first charging corridors along key European transport routes as early as 2025. At the same time, Scania is participating in the Milence initiative, which aims to establish 1,700 high-performance charging points by 2027, in line with the objectives of the EU regulation on alternative fuels infrastructure.
