High-power EV charging infrastructure at Nardò Technical Center

As the automotive industry accelerates its shift toward electrification, Nardò Technical Center (NTC) continues to evolve its capabilities to support the development and validation of next-generation electric vehicles. The latest enhancement to the Proving Ground’s infrastructure is the deployment of ultra-fast charging stations up to 560 kW, now fully operational across the site.

Strategically enhanced for maximum efficiency

The new high-power charging points have been strategically positioned near key workshops and the most frequently used test tracks. This configuration minimizes vehicle downtime, streamlines the test process, and significantly reduces turnaround time between test cycles. 

Whether conducting durability runs, performance validations, or thermal stress tests, teams can now integrate high-speed charging directly into their test workflows, enabling greater efficiency and continuity in operations. 

Global standards, local integration

As electric vehicle technologies evolve, so do regional differences in charging protocols. To address these global variations and expand the range of testing scenarios, NTC has further enhanced its infrastructure by integrating Chinese Standard connectors alongside existing systems. 

This addition supports manufacturers developing vehicles for the Chinese market and ensures that testing at NTC reflects the real-world requirements of diverse geographic regions. By accommodating multiple international standards on site, NTC empowers customers to validate compatibility across global platforms without interruption. 

Enabling the future of e-mobility

With charging output power up to 560 kW, the proving ground enables advanced test scenarios including ultra-fast charging, charging system validation and thermal load assessment at the same time. This enhanced setup is also designed to be future-ready — adaptable to evolving vehicle architectures and capable of meeting increasing power demands over time. 

An integrated, end-to-end testing environment

NTC’s advanced charging infrastructure is part of a comprehensive service ecosystem tailored to EV development. From cutting-edge workshops to test tracks, the center provides everything needed to test, validate, and refine vehicles in one centralized location. 

As part of Porsche Engineering, NTC combines deep technical expertise with state-of-the-art facilities — making it a strategic partner for automakers shaping the future of e-mobility.