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A term used for higher-power charging, usually associated with direct-current equipment.
Reviewed 05.10.2026 · Version 2 · Scope: General
The label needs to be accompanied by figures: power, charging interval, and conditions. The term alone does not imply a specific charging time or guarantee that all vehicles can use the same equipment.
Two hypothetical fast-charging offers may describe different intervals; comparing 10–80% with 0–100% mixes different measurements.
Helps obtain comparable details and avoid using a commercial label as a substitute for technical conditions.
Fast does not mean the session maintains the advertised maximum throughout. The vehicle and its battery also limit the process.
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