Glossary / General

CCS-1

8 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

CCS-1 is a type of charging plug for electric cars that lets you charge them quickly and easily at many stations.

Technical Definition

CCS-1, or Combined Charging System Type 1, is a standard for charging electric vehicles that allows for both AC and DC charging. It is commonly used in North America.

Hear It Discussed

"It's got CCS-1 and J3400, or NACS, and the charger accepts direct DC input."
DAILY: BMW i7 Gets Updated, Rivian Starts Building R2 and Smart Bring Back ForTwo | 23 Apr 2026 EV News Daily - Technology and Business of EVs 15:58

"...Why are you continuing to use CCS1 stations like me? For me, it's price..."
Ford Delivers 140,000 NACS Adapters Expanding Charging Options For Owners Out of Spec Podcast 09:36

"The HYC 400s deliver 600 amps on NACs and CCS1 side, but the ABB A400s deliver 600 amps on the CCS1 side, but only 375 amps on the NAC side because the connector is limited to 375 amps."
158: BMW iX5 Debuts: A 435-Mile Spec Monster Built in the USA Batteries Included 32:12

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Episodes Mentioning "CCS-1"

158: BMW iX5 Debuts: A 435-Mile Spec Monster Built in the USA

Batteries Included