Renault, ABB, MAN, Scania, Irizar, Flynt

ABB E-mobility and MAN Truck & Bus have successfully conducted the first test of megawatt charging (MCS) using Ethernet-based communication. The tests took place at MAN’s facility in Munich, using a prototype charger based on ABB’s Terra platform. 

Charging was carried out at over 700 volts and 1,000 amps, confirming the system's stability during sustained high-power charging. Ethernet communication, in line with ISO standards 15118-20 and 15118-10, offers greater reliability and seamless interoperability compared to the previously used Powerline Communication (PLC) — particularly important for future high-performance charging applications. 

ABB E-mobility and MAN Truck & Bus have successfully conducted the first test of megawatt charging (MCS) using Ethernet-based communication. The tests took place at MAN’s facility in Munich, using a prototype charger based on ABB’s Terra platform. 

Charging was carried out at over 700 volts and 1,000 amps, confirming the system's stability during sustained high-power charging. Ethernet communication, in line with ISO standards 15118-20 and 15118-10, offers greater reliability and seamless interoperability compared to the previously used Powerline Communication (PLC) — particularly important for future high-performance charging applications. 

Scania is expanding its electric bus lineup with a new low-entry, three-axle model designed for both urban and intercity use. Based on the electric bus platform introduced in 2023, the new model offers higher passenger capacity and is powered by Scania’s recently launched electric powertrain. 

The powertrain is available in four output levels: 240 kW, 270 kW, 300 kW, and 330 kW, paired with either a two- or four-speed transmission. A new third battery option with 312 kWh capacity enables a range of up to 500 kilometers (310 miles). The bus is equipped with two charging ports, with the rear port supporting DC charging at up to 325 kW. 

A newly developed rear axle with a steered tag axle improves weight distribution and reduces tire wear. Scania also highlights the robustness of the chassis and the simplified maintenance enabled by the strategic arrangement of components. 

Spanish bus manufacturer Irizar has successfully completed a 2,500-kilometer demonstration drive with its hydrogen-powered coach, the i6S Efficient Hydrogen. The route stretched from Ormaiztegi in the Basque Country to Briançon in the French Alps, including a climb of more than 1,400 meters in elevation. 

The vehicle covered a 900-kilometer stretch on a single tank of hydrogen. According to Irizar, this sets a new record for the longest distance traveled by a hydrogen-powered coach in Europe. 

Dutch-Chinese company Flynt has introduced its first fully electric van, specifically designed for the European market. Built on an 800-volt architecture, the van is powered by a 100 kWh NCM battery that delivers up to 500 kilometers (310 miles) of range. 

Charging capabilities include 22 kW AC and up to 220 kW DC, enabling a charge from 30% to 80% in just 20 minutes. The van supports a payload of up to 1,630 kilograms (3,594 lbs) and a cargo volume of up to 16.5 cubic meters. 

Additional features include a digital cockpit with a 12.8-inch main display, bidirectional charging (vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-load), and standard Level 2 driver assistance systems. The vehicle’s architecture is also future-proofed for potential Level 4 autonomous driving capabilities.