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SK Signet Inc. said it would make and introduce chargers for electric vehicles that meet the North American Charging Standard (NACS). The South Korean major charging equipment and solutions provider is set to release these chargers this year.
On Thursday, June 15, SK Signet revealed that as it will produce the new EV chargers after complying with the NACS requirements, the product will be compatible with Tesla vehicle units.
Likewise, the company’s new charger will support synchronized charging with the said American EV maker’s NACS and current Combined Charging System (CCS) standards, as per The Korea Economic Daily.
The development of such types of chargers for electric vehicles already started, and SK Signet is making sure it will produce products that fully conform to the charging standards in North America.
The company sped up its push to of rolling out NACS-compatible chargers in response to the latest developments in the EV industry, where international automakers, including General Motors, Stellantis, and Ford Motor, have adopted the NACS-compliant superchargers. Then again, SK Signet is aiming to offer a better version that will enhance the user convenience experience.
“Americans are moving to EVs in record numbers, but the market is still evolving to create a seamless charging experience for EV owners,” Shing Jung Ho, SK Signet’s chief executive officer, said in a press release. “SK Signet is committed to providing flexible charging solutions that make it easier and faster for EV owners to recharge their vehicles regardless of the model they choose to drive.”
SK Signet America’s president, Oh Seung Jun, also commented, “SK Signet is working closely with our customers and other business partners to develop new solutions that meet the wide range of needs for EV owners in the U.S. “We will continue to expand charging options for EVs, including those with NACS standards, to support the build-out of a robust U.S. charging network.”
Photo by: SK Signet Newsroom
