ZOOZ Power Doubles Ultrafast Charging Capacity at Second Site on Cross-Israel Highway, Enabling Major Improvement in Service and Revenue Opportunity with no Grid Upgrade
ZOOZ Power has installed its flywheel-based power boosting and management solution at a second site on Route 6, the Cross-Israel Highway, in collaboration with Dor-Alon and AfconEV. This follows the first installation in May 2024. The two sites now offer more than double the ultrafast charging capacity without upgrading the grid. The new installations enable 4x 150kW chargers with a 300kW grid connection at one site and 3x 150kW with a 200kW grid at the other. This signifies the world's first use of flywheel technology in such settings, enhancing revenue opportunities for site owners and meeting increasing demand for ultra-fast EV charging.
Avi Cohen, Executive Chairman of ZOOZ Power, highlighted the importance of these advancements in providing ultra-fast charging services without massive grid investments, improving the driving experience for EV users along Israel's busiest routes.
- ZOOZ Power installed its power boosting solution at a second site on Route 6.
- The installations double ultrafast charging capacity without upgrading the grid.
- New chargers: 4x 150kW with 300kW grid at one site, 3x 150kW with 200kW at the other.
- First use of flywheel technology for ultra-fast EV charging with grid power.
- Potentially increases revenue opportunities for charge point operators (CPOs).
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ZOOZ Power's latest installation on Route 6 showcases an innovative approach to solving a significant issue in the electric vehicle (EV) charging sector: limited grid capacity. The use of flywheel-based power boosters allows for ultra-fast charging without the need for extensive and costly grid upgrades. This is particularly relevant given the increasing adoption of EVs and the accompanying demand for faster, more reliable charging infrastructure.
Flywheel technology works by storing kinetic energy when demand is low and releasing it during peak times. This dynamic energy management maximizes the utilization of the existing grid infrastructure. It provides a practical solution for charge point operators (CPOs) who face challenges in scaling up their services without incurring prohibitive costs.
By doubling the charging capacity at the new sites, ZOOZ Power is effectively demonstrating the scalability and reliability of its technology. This could set a precedent for similar installations globally, especially in regions with constrained grid resources. The technical innovation here is not just in the flywheel but in the software's ability to manage energy distribution intelligently.
The installation of ZOOZ Power's solution at a second site along one of Israel's busiest highways represents a significant development in the electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure market. The partnership with Dor-Alon and AfconEV strengthens ZOOZ's market position and provides a competitive edge by offering a cost-effective solution to grid limitations. This move could position ZOOZ Power as a key player in the EV charging ecosystem, potentially leading to further collaborations and installations.
From a market perspective, the ability to offer ultra-fast charging without investing in grid upgrades is a compelling value proposition. Charge point operators (CPOs) seeking to expand their services may view ZOOZ Power's technology as a strategic advantage, particularly in congested urban areas or regions with limited grid capacity. This innovation could drive revenue growth for ZOOZ and its partners by attracting more EV drivers to their charging stations.
Moreover, the success of these installations could encourage other CPOs and utility providers to adopt similar technologies, thereby increasing ZOOZ Power's market penetration and share. As the demand for EVs continues to rise, the need for efficient, high-capacity charging solutions will become more critical, offering ZOOZ a sustained growth trajectory.
- ZOOZ Power has installed its flywheel-based power boosting and management solution at a second site on Route 6, the Cross-Israel Highway, one of Israel’s most congested transportation corridors, in partnership with Dor-Alon and AfconEV following its first installation in May, 2024
- Using stored kinetic energy from its flywheels and its energy management software, ZOOZ Power supplements the grid power, maximizing charging infrastructure utilization
- The two installations more than double the potential ultrafast charging capacity at each of the two sites without upgrading the grid
- With the completion of these second installation, it is the first time that 4x 150kW ultra-fast chargers are available with only a 300kW grid connection (previously only 1x 150kW and 2 x 100kW charges where available) are available in one site and in the other site 3x 150kW with only 200kW grid are available (previously with 1x150kW and 1x 50kW chargers)
- Installation underscores ZOOZ Power's ability to unlock ultra-fast EV charging, potentially maximizing site revenue for CPOs without investing in grid upgrades
Tel-Aviv, June 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZOOZ POWER Ltd. (NASDAQ and TASE: ZOOZ), a leading provider of flywheel-based power boosters for enabling ultra-fast EV charging, has announced today that its innovative power boosting and management solution has been installed and is operational at a second Dor-Alon station on Route 6, the Cross-Israel Highway, following the rollout of its first Dor-Alon station booster in May 2024.
These new installations, are a joint venture between ZOOZ Power, Dor-Alon, a leading gas station network operator, and Afcon Electric Transportation, a leading charge point operator (CPO) in Israel.
ZOOZ Power’s system works by dynamically managing charging while using stored kinetic energy to supplement limited grid supply, maximizing infrastructure utilization without costly upgrades, and increasing revenue opportunities for the sites owner.
These sites are the first in the world where four 150kW ultra-fast chargers are boosted by flywheel technology while powered with only a 300kW grid connection, avoiding the need to upgrade the site to 600kW connection. They will potentially meet the increasing demand for ultra-fast charging capabilities and enhance services for EV drivers along one of Israel’s busiest routes.
Avi Cohen, Executive Chairman of ZOOZ Power said:
"Our latest collaboration with Dor-Alon and AfconEV is ushering in a new era of ultra-fast charging. This partnership marks another important milestone in advancing ultra-fast charging services and enhancing driving experiences for EV drivers. By optimizing limited grid infrastructure through intelligent energy management, we are enabling significant increase in revenue and facilitating profitable ultrafast charging rollouts. These advancements would be unattainable without massive upfront grid investments."
About ZOOZ Power
ZOOZ is the leading provider of Flywheel-based Power Boosting solutions enabling widespread deployment of ultra-fast charging infrastructure for electric vehicles (EV), while overcoming existing grid limitations.
ZOOZ pioneers its unique flywheel-based power boosting technology, enabling efficient utilization and power management of a power-limited grid at an EV charging site. Its Flywheel technology allows high-performance, reliable, and cost-effective ultra-fast charging infrastructure.
ZOOZ Power’s sustainable, power-boosting solutions are built with longevity and the environment in mind, helping its customers and partners accelerate the deployment of fast-charging infrastructure, thus facilitating improved utilization rates, better efficiency, greater flexibility, and faster revenues and profitability growth. ZOOZ is publicly traded on NASDAQ and TASE under the ticker ZOOZ
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