CCS Connector (Combined Charging System)
CCS is a charging standard that combines an AC plug with two large DC pins for fast charging.
What is CCS Connector (Combined Charging System)?
Europe uses CCS2 based on Type 2. North America has used CCS1 and is shifting toward the NACS connector. It supports high-power DC charging. Many DC chargers offer several connectors on separate cables. Older cars from some Asian manufacturers used the CHAdeMO standard, which is now less common in Europe.
How it works
DC current flows through the large pins; communication uses the upper pins.
Why it matters for your car
Check which connector your car uses. Charging speed depends on car and station.
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