ABB Expands Terra HP Charging Line
- Charging capacity: 350 kW
- Location: United States
- Expansion date: May 2024
- Feature: Supports bidirectional V2G grid energy exchange
- Compatibility: Multiple vehicle types including heavy-duty
ABB expanded its Terra HP high-power charging line in May 2024, centered on 350 kW ultra-fast DC charging, at its facility in the United States. The company’s move to enhance its charging line is expected to support the growing demand for electric vehicles. ABB’s Terra HP chargers are designed to provide high-power charging for both light and heavy-duty vehicles. The 350 kW charging capacity is aimed at reducing charging times, making electric vehicles more appealing to consumers. ABB’s expansion of its Terra HP line is a significant development in the electric vehicle charging infrastructure, particularly in the United States where there is a growing need for fast and reliable charging solutions. The company’s Terra HP chargers are capable of charging vehicles at a rate of 350 kW, which can charge a vehicle to 80% in under 15 minutes.
The Terra HP charging line is designed to provide high-power charging for a variety of applications, including highway charging, fleet charging, and urban charging. ABB’s 350 kW ultra-fast DC charging technology is expected to play a crucial role in supporting the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. The company’s Terra HP chargers are designed to be compact and efficient, making them ideal for installation in a variety of locations. ABB’s expansion of its Terra HP line is expected to help support the growth of the electric vehicle market, particularly in the United States where there is a growing demand for fast and reliable charging infrastructure.
ABB’s Terra HP chargers are designed to provide a high level of reliability and efficiency, making them ideal for use in a variety of applications. The company’s 350 kW ultra-fast DC charging technology is expected to support the growth of the electric vehicle market, particularly in the United States where there is a growing demand for fast and reliable charging infrastructure. ABB’s expansion of its Terra HP line is a significant development in the electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and is expected to help support the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. The company’s Terra HP chargers are capable of charging vehicles at a rate of 350 kW, which can charge a vehicle to 80% in under 15 minutes.
ABB’s Terra HP charging line is designed to provide a high level of flexibility and scalability, making it ideal for use in a variety of applications. The company’s 350 kW ultra-fast DC charging technology is expected to support the growth of the electric vehicle market, particularly in the United States where there is a growing demand for fast and reliable charging infrastructure. ABB’s expansion of its Terra HP line is a significant development in the electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and is expected to help support the widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
Why It Matters
ABB’s expansion of its Terra HP charging line has significant implications for the U.S. grid, as it will help support the growth of the electric vehicle market. The company’s 350 kW ultra-fast DC charging technology will help reduce charging times, making electric vehicles more appealing to consumers. This development will also support the growth of hyperscale infrastructure, as it will provide a high level of reliability and efficiency.
Sources
https://global.abb/group/en – ABB
https://global.abb/group/en – global.abb
Critical Perspective
Series context: This post is part of MGRID’s Megawatt Charging System (MCS) industry coverage. The MCS spec was ratified by CharIN in 2023 and SAE in early 2024, and the 18 months since have produced a steady wave of vendor announcements, fleet pilots, and lab demonstrations. Readers should distinguish three distinct claim tiers in MCS coverage: (1) spec compliance, which most products credibly claim because the spec is settled; (2) production shipments, which reduces to ABB MCS1200 plus a handful of pre-production units from other vendors as of mid-2026; and (3) field-deployed truck refuels at MCS-rated power, which is measured in single digits globally. Coverage that conflates these tiers overstates commercial maturity. Field availability of MCS-spec chargers will scale through 2027 as Heliox, Kempower, ChargePoint, Tritium, and others move past prototype builds. For each product cited in this post, readers should verify the deployment tier (lab / pilot / commercial pilot / general availability) before assuming operational readiness.