Delta, a global leader in power management and IoT-based smart green solutions, has announced a significant partnership with IZIVIA FAST, a company under the EDF Group, to deploy ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers across more than 700 McDonald’s restaurant car parks throughout France. The initiative will see approximately 800 units of Delta’s UFC 200 series, a 200kW DC ultra-fast charger, installed to improve the charging experience for McDonald’s customers.
The UFC 200 chargers are designed to charge up to 80% of a typical EV battery in about 20 minutes, significantly reducing downtime for drivers. This collaboration aims to provide excellent ultra-fast charging infrastructure at McDonald’s locations, making it easier for EV owners to power up their vehicles while enjoying a meal.
Christelle Vives, CEO of IZIVIA, highlighted the importance of this collaboration, stating, “As a leading force in electric mobility, IZIVIA is dedicated to enhancing the EV charging landscape, supervising over 25,000 operational charging points. Despite mainland France boasting over 143,000 publicly accessible charging points, less than 10% provide 150 kW or greater power. IZIVIA FAST, in collaboration with our financial partners Morrison and Crédit Mutuel Impact, aims to bridge this gap, reinforcing our commitment to fast charging and supporting EV drivers nationwide. Delta’s UFC200 ultra-fast charger has proven to be the optimal solution through rigorous testing, and we are thrilled to partner with Delta in promoting sustainable mobility.”
Vincent Lin, Vice President of eMobility & Smart Energy Solutions at Delta EMEA, expressed pride in the partnership, stating, “We are honoured that IZIVIA has chosen Delta to ultimately serve McDonald’s and their customers, underscoring our dedication to enhancing the EV infrastructure across the EMEA region and beyond. For almost 15 years, Delta has deployed over 3 million EV chargers to our customers worldwide. Our wide range of flexible and efficient EV chargers, combined with our decades of experience in energy-saving solutions and the automotive sector, positions us as a leading choice for EV charging solutions.”
The UFC 200 series is tailored to meet the demands of EV owners, featuring a robust 200kW capacity that can be divided into two 100kW units, enabling the simultaneous charging of two vehicles. The system employs a non-liquid cooled 400A high-power CCS cable and connector, ensuring efficient temperature control and relatively low maintenance costs. This high-power connector system can deliver additional power to an EV’s battery when it is low, all without necessitating an oversized system.
The partnership with IZIVIA is particularly beneficial due to the extensive network coverage, making it as easy to find an EV charging station as it is to locate a McDonald’s restaurant. This initiative allows customers to enjoy the convenience of charging their EVs while indulging in McDonald’s offerings, enhancing the overall experience for EV drivers across the country.
As the demand for electric vehicles continues to rise, partnerships like this one play a crucial role in developing the necessary infrastructure to support a greener, more sustainable future. For detailed information about Delta, please visit: www.delta-emea.com