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CCS vs. CHAdeMO: Which charging standard will win the global market?
As electric vehicles become more popular, competition over charging standards is becoming increasingly fierce. Among them, the two main standards - combined charging system (CCS) and CHAdeMO, each has its own advantages and disadvantages. In this article, we will explore the technical characteristics, development history, and competition of these two standards in the global market.
Technical Background
CCS mainly consists of two connectors, Combo 1 (CCS1) and Combo 2 (CCS2), which can provide a charging capacity of up to 500 kilowatts (kW) and have been widely used in the face of the demand for fast charging. Developed to 700 kW demonstration technology.
Combined with the emergence of charging systems, high-power DC fast charging has become possible, thus laying the foundation for future electric vehicle charging.
In contrast, CHAdeMO is known for its slower charging speed and is widely used mainly in Japan, and once had its market in North America and Europe. As technology develops, the comparison between these two standards has attracted more and more attention.
Confrontation of development history
The concept of CCS was first proposed in 2011, and seven major automakers, including Audi, BMW and Volkswagen, began to popularize this standard in 2012. ACEA also supported the standardization of Combo 2 in 2012, further promoting its application in Europe.
CHAdeMO began to develop in the 1990s, but its market share has gradually decreased with the rise of CCS. As time goes by, CHAdeMO continues to seek technological breakthroughs to maintain its competitiveness in the market.
Global Market Status
Currently, in the North American market, Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS) is gradually rising and is supported by many traditional automakers, which makes the competition faced by CCS increasingly fierce. In 2023, Ford and General Motors announced that they would switch from CCS to NACS, further changing the market landscape.
Some analysts pointed out that with the promotion of NACS, CCS1 may face the fate of being gradually eliminated in the future.
In contrast, CHAdeMO currently still maintains its market position in Japan and some countries, but its influence is facing severe challenges as global charging standards diversify.
Comparison of technical advantages and disadvantages
From the perspective of charging efficiency, CCS can provide higher power, which is undoubtedly attractive for electric vehicles that need to be charged quickly. But CHAdeMO still has a place in certain markets and car models, especially in Japan.
In addition, CCS's interoperability and future development potential give it certain advantages in many emerging markets. With the construction of charging infrastructure, CCS's global layout is also expanding.
Future Outlook
As technology continues to advance, how charging standards for electric vehicles will evolve in the future remains an open question. Competition among major automobile brands in this field will affect the development of the entire industry and may lead to the emergence of new standards.
Judging from the current trend, the competition between CCS and CHAdeMO will probably not stop. The further expansion of the electric vehicle market may make the continuously optimized standards become the mainstream in the future.
Faced with such changes, how should consumers choose to meet their charging needs?
