The fast charging rate enables full day rides
over 300 km, with charging speeds of 0-80% State of Charge in 30
minutes
MONTREAL, March 1,
2023 /CNW/ - Taiga Motors Corporation ("Taiga" or
the "Company") (TSX: TAIG), a leading electric off-road
vehicle manufacturer, announced today that it is releasing an
over-the-air (OTA) Taiga OS software update to enable DC Fast
Charging (DCFC) capabilities to existing battery hardware,
permitting charge times of up to 0-80% in 30 minutes.
"Introducing the fastest charging option available on the market
to our already industry-leading range of up to 100
kilometers1 is a game changer for our customers, and to
Taiga's mission of accelerating powersports electrification," said
Sam Bruneau, CEO at Taiga. "It's
ideal for traveling extended distances, requiring only a short stop
for coffee or lunch along the way – unlocking great adventures
without emissions and significant cost savings on fuel."
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Specifications are given for informational purpose only based on
Taiga's testing. Metrics may vary based on the environment terrain,
weather conditions, local regulations and final build of the
ordered product
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In Quebec, where Taiga is
based, an estimated 5,000 kilometers of the province's more than
30,000-kilometer trail network are accessible on an electric
snowmobile. These new DCFC capabilities mean faster charging for
more time riding. Owners can simply plug into Taiga chargers, or
standard automotive DCFC stations, using the already equipped CSS1
combo connector port used across North
America. Nomad™ snowmobile owners will receive a Taiga OS
update enabling DCFC by accepting a prompt on the vehicle's digital
display.
"We are excited to roll out the DC Fast Charging feature via an
over-the-air Taiga OS update, showcasing our future-proof hardware
design ethos, enabling continuous product improvements even after
customer have taken ownership of their vehicle," said Gabriel Bernatchez, Chief Technology Officer at
Taiga. "This Beta roll out will allow our early adopters to
experience nature further in our shared pursuit of electrification
across powersports.''
Taiga was recently named one of TIME's Best Inventions of
2022, Fast Company's 2022 Best World Changing Idea Overall in
North America, and Popular
Science 2022 Best of What's New.
About Taiga
A Canadian company reinventing the powersports landscape with
breakthrough electric off-road vehicles. Through a clean-sheet
engineering approach, Taiga has pushed the frontiers of electric
technology to achieve extreme power-to-weight ratios and thermal
specifications required to outperform comparable high-performance
combustion powersports vehicles. The first models released include
a lineup of electric snowmobiles and personal watercraft to deliver
on a rapidly growing demand from recreational and commercial
customers who are seeking better ways to explore the great outdoors
without compromise. For more information visit
www.taigamotors.com.
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