Chevrolet Spark EV First to Offer SAE Fast-Charge Connector
The Chevrolet Spark EV will be the first electric vehicle in the U.S. to offer the SAE International fast-charge connector as an option in December.
This past weekend, the Fashion Valley Mall in San Diego, California became the first public installation in the U.S. for the SAE International DC “Combo” Fast-Charge station. The fast-charge connector is an industry-coordinated standard for fast charging of plug-in electric vehicles.
“The launch of these new charge stations will help improve the convenience and adoption of electric vehicles because they dramatically reduce the charge time,” said Pamela Fletcher, executive chief engineer of electrified vehicles at General Motors.
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The fast-charge connector allows electricity to transfer at a faster rate, making longer trips more realistic in EVs. Other automakers adopting the technology include Ford, Chrysler, BMW, Daimler, Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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Finally, an international recharging standard for EVs. Without this standard EVs will never be more than a niche product.