Mullen Automotive has introduced its new PowerUP mobile charging platform, based on the all-electric Mullen THREE chassis cab. Mullen says the new PowerUp mobile charging platform provides increased job site versatility thanks to on demand, mobile DC fast-charging.
Designed for increased job site versatility, the PowerUP features a 160 kW battery pack with a modular design that is capable of delivering up to 1 MWh of power. It also includes two 60 kW DC fast-charging ports, two 20 kW Level 2 AC chargers, and 12V jumper terminals for ICE vehicles. Unlike its predecessor, the new PowerUP is fully electric with emphasizing zero emissions and scalability.
The PowerUP is developed at Mullen’s High Energy Facility in Fullerton, California. benefits from the company’s acquisition of battery pack production assets from Romeo Power. This advancement accelerates the truck’s development as a fully battery-based mobile charging solution, meeting the growing demand for zero-emission power sources.
David Michery, CEO and chairman of Mullen Automotive, stated, “We’re constantly innovating and adapting to meet the evolving needs of the industry. The feedback on the initial PowerUP concept was overwhelmingly positive, but the market is clearly looking for a zero-emission solution. By leveraging our all-electric Mullen THREE, the new PowerUP delivers recharging at a higher level of scalability and performance while offering zero emissions for both the vehicle and power unit.”
The first notable aspect of the Mullen PowerUP is its visual similarity to a mobile EV charging truck introduced by Mack Trucks in March, based on a Mack MD Electric and featuring a “renewable” natural gas generator set. This concept was showcased at the ACT Expo in May but has not moved beyond the concept stage. Additionally, Mullen’s new PowerUP follows an earlier version launched last year, which was based on the larger Class 5 Mullen FIVE and also carried a generator set. Unlike its predecessor, the new PowerUP is entirely electric, functioning more as a mobile Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) rather than a generator with EV ports.
This new iteration marks a significant step towards sustainable mobile charging solutions, providing critical power in areas without grid connections, such as job sites or disaster relief zones. The PowerUP is a testament to Mullen’s commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility in the rapidly evolving EV industry.
