Aral pulse rolls out megawatt charging for electric trucks in Germany
First sites open along major motorways as the company expands its nationwide high‑power network.
Aral pulse has introduced megawatt charging technology for electric trucks at key motorway locations across Germany, marking a major step in enabling long‑distance heavy‑duty electrification. The first sites are now operational in Schwarmstedt, Hannover, Schnaittach and Rastow, with Königs Wusterhausen set to follow shortly.
Each site will offer up to six drive‑through charging bays equipped with Alpitronic’s HYC1000 system, combining MCS and CCS technology. With charging power of up to 1,000 kW, the units are designed to bring truck batteries from 20% to 80% in around 30 minutes, supporting drivers’ mandatory rest periods and enabling practical long‑haul logistics operations.
The Schwarmstedt site is partially powered by solar electricity from a nearby Ladesonne solar park, adding 4.6 MW of renewable generation adjacent to the charging hub.
Speaking at the inauguration of the Schwarmstedt site, Aral’s Head of E‑Mobility, Alexander Junge, said megawatt charging will play a key role in decarbonizing freight transport. He noted that the technology enables large fleets, particularly in long‑haul operations, to reliably and economically transition to electric vehicles.
At present, Aral pulse operates more than 30 public high‑power charging locations for electric trucks, making it the largest provider in Germany based on data from the National Centre for Charging Infrastructure. The company plans further expansion as MCS becomes the emerging standard for long‑distance e‑truck charging.
