Innovation ActionsForthcomingHORIZON-CL5-2027-03-D5-05

Higher Voltage, Megawatt Charging System compatible, modular powertrain for Heavy Duty Vehicles (HDV) (2ZERO Partnership)

Horizon Europe

Per project€16M

1 phase

Deadline:2027-04-14

FundingLump Sum

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Strategic Analysis

This Horizon Europe Innovation Action targets the development and demonstration of advanced high-voltage (post 800V), Megawatt Charging System (MCS) compatible, and modular powertrains for Heavy Duty Vehicles (HDVs). A winning proposal will clearly articulate how its innovative design achieves significant energy efficiency gains, particularly a 10% reduction in charging losses, alongside cost-effectiveness and enhanced sustainability through modularity and second-life battery considerations. The proposal must emphasize robust real-world demonstration and alignment with the 2ZERO Partnership's vision for a competitive, circular, and zero-tailpipe emission ecosystem.

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Suggested TRL Range

TRL 4 → 7

Scope Activities (7)

SC1

Simplify system configurations while ensuring energy efficiency for achieving economies of scale and extending component lifespans.

SC2

Increase the voltage (post 800V) to an optimal level with regard to efficiency, affordability, and performance – and especially the compatibility with Megawatt Charging Systems (MCS) – to support faster charging needs and reduction of charging losses within the vehicle by 10 %, while considering the context of modularity and safety.

SC3

Demonstrate the benefits of high-voltage systems also for fast charging and addressing auxiliary components, e.g. thermal management, including the modular interchangeability.

SC4

Consider the possibility of modular and removable battery systems that would favour second-life applications to further enhance sustainability.

SC5

Develop modular powertrain systems to enable tailored solutions for specific use cases, maintain flexibility for broader applications also by developing and defining relevant hardware and software interfaces.

SC6

Demonstrate vehicle solutions in relevant environments to ensure the ability for effective integration with innovative Electrical/Electronic (E/E) architecture and thermal management strategies, or wider solutions.

SC7

Evaluate life-cycle costs against previous lower voltage systems in order to identify potential improvements.

Expected Outcomes (2)

EO1

Demonstrated integration potential and modularity of next level advanced high-voltage systems to benefit cost of Commercial Vehicles (CV) in particular for the Heavy-Duty Vehicles (HDV) segment.

EO2

Improved energy efficiency and higher utilization potential of HDV (ensuring full operational capability for the intended usage models) via high-voltage powertrain configurations.