From early 2026, Scania electric trucks will welcome megawatt charging systems
The target is to charge truck batteries up to 80 percent in 30 minutes, more or less. With MCS, Scania’s electric trucks can be charged with up to 750 kW, which is roughly two times faster than today’s CCS2 standard. Scania electric trucks equipped with MCS will be available for order early in 2026.
Scania is about to equip its new electric trucks with battery packs rechargeable through megawatt charging systems. The target is to charge truck batteries up to 80 percent in 30 minutes, more or less. In technical terms, as an international standard for fast-charging electric trucks, MCS is specified for a maximum current of 3,000 amperes, (Scania’s first MCS will deliver up to 1,000 amperes).
With MCS, Scania’s electric trucks can be charged with up to 750 kW, which is roughly two times faster than today’s CCS2 standard. This high-capacity charging requires innovative, safe solutions such as liquid-cooled connectors in the charger and enhanced communication protocols, ensuring stable and predictable operations. “Our new charging technology not only ensures operational efficiency and reliability over long distances but also supports our goal of making sustainable transport a practical reality. With MCS-enabled trucks now available and a robust charging infrastructure across Europe, we are laying the foundation for a more efficient and environmentally friendly future in heavy-duty transport”, commented Daniel Schulze, Head of Scania eTruck Solutions.
Scania e-trucks equipped with MCS to arrive in 2026
Scania electric trucks equipped with MCS will be available for order early in 2026. “Scania is also working with partners in the Milence initiative to establish 1,700 high-performance charging points across Europe by 2027. This infrastructure complements the existing mandate from the Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Regulation and enables operators to maintain high levels of reliability and efficiency over long-distance transport assignments. Predictable and reliable charging allows drivers to take legally mandated rest periods without risking delays, an essential factor in making electric trucks a competitive alternative to diesel, and critical for achieving global climate goals”, added Jorge Soria Galvarro, Senior Technical Adviser for Charging Infrastructure at Scania.
