Scania to roll out MCS-capable electric trucks in Europe in 2026

Truck manufacturer Scania has announced that the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) will be commercially available for its electric trucks beginning in early 2026.

MCS is an international standard that supports DC charging at a maximum current of 3,000 amps. Scania says its first iteration of MCS, featuring liquid-cooled connectors, will deliver up to 1,000 amps, which will enable charging at up to 750 kW—roughly double the speed of today’s CCS2 standard.  

“Our new charging technology not only ensures operational efficiency and reliability over long distances but also supports our goal of making sustainable transport a practical reality,” says Daniel Schulze, Head of Scania eTruck Solutions.” With MCS-enabled trucks now available and a robust charging infrastructure across Europe, we are laying the foundation for a more efficient and environmentally friendly future in heavy-duty transport.”

“MCS technology allows both public and private charging infrastructure to meet the demands of high-capacity charging, ensuring that operators can recharge quickly and economically,” says Petra Sundström, Managing Director of TRATON Charging Solutions, the dedicated e-mobility service provider within the TRATON Group, which includes Scania. “This is essential for keeping operations efficient and competitive, while supporting broader sustainability goals within the transport sector.”

As truck OEMs and charging providers begin to roll out MCS solutions, efforts are underway to build out MCS charging corridors along key transport routes in Europe.  

“Scania is working with partners in the Milence initiative to establish 1,700 high-performance charging points across Europe by 2027,” said Jorge Soria Galvarro, Senior Technical Adviser for Charging Infrastructure at Scania. “This infrastructure complements the existing mandate from the Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Regulation. Predictable and reliable charging allows drivers to take legally mandated rest periods without risking delays, an essential factor in making electric trucks a competitive alternative to diesel.”

Source: Scania