US fast-charging provider EVgo and Taiwanese charging station manufacturer Delta Electronics have signed a letter of intent to co-develop a new charging architecture aimed at enhancing cost efficiency and reliability. The partnership focuses on creating cheaper, more reliable charging stations while improving the customer experience.
The joint effort will leverage “advanced firmware and hardware design,” allowing EVgo greater control over both hardware and software development. The collaboration seeks to address key challenges in the charging industry, such as increasing peak power output by up to 400 kW, implementing contactless payment interfaces, and designing longer charging cables for flexible vehicle access.
According to EVgo, this new architecture will reduce capital costs per charging station by 30%, while increasing peak power output by 20%. Delta Electronics’ expertise in power electronics and system integration will play a key role in achieving these goals.
Austin Tseng, President of Delta Electronics (Americas), highlighted the importance of their contribution: “Our core competencies in high-efficiency power electronics and system integration will bring the next generation of chargers to life, improving cost efficiency and reliability.”
The companies also plan to enhance energy efficiency and power distribution, including introducing more detailed error codes to minimize maintenance downtime. EVgo expects the new chargers to be available by the second half of 2026. Dennis Kish, President of EVgo, stated, “We are committed to delivering a superior experience for our customers, and we continue to advance long-term solutions to maximize convenience and improve reliability.”
