Most of what we use and do every day relies on mobility. Whether it’s commuting to work or delivering packages across the country – nearly everything gets from point A to B by road. And almost all that traffic still runs on gasoline. Electric vehicles hold the promise of cleaner, greener transportation – but there’s a catch. Charging needs to feel just as simple, fast, and convenient as refueling, and terminals need to be as prevalent as gas stations – no matter where you live.
For people like Philipp at South Tyrol’s Alpitronic, that challenge is deeply personal. He’s working to make EV charging just as fast and seamless as a trip to the gas station – whether you're in the hustle and bustle of a major metropolis or amidst the awe-inspiring beauty of the Tyrolean alps.
Range anxiety is real: people don’t trust an electric car to take them as far as they need, and they are not sure they’ll find a charger wherever they need it.
From zero to 80 percent in 10-15 minutes
To make Philipp’s vision a reality, his team is building ultra-fast, compact chargers that fit just about everywhere and power up EVs in mere minutes. Modern electric vehicles can now charge from 10% to 80% in on average 10-15 minutes. But that kind of speed only works with the right technology behind it – from the grid to the car and everything in between.
To make e-mobility viable everywhere, charging your car needs to be as easy, reliable and as available as it is fuelling it with gas.
Cutting power loss in half
Alpitronic's cutting-edge power electronics draws on the very latest silicon-carbide (SiC) semiconductor technology by Infineon. Ideal for both urban and residential use, the silicon carbide in the modules allows for significantly lower energy losses and quieter operation. This not only shortens charging times but also ensures greater system reliability under continuous use and harsh conditions.
The revolutionary SiC modules, in comparison to the IGBT technology used in earlier models, offer unmatched efficiency by halving power losses. Additionally, they provide increased power density and significantly reduce noise level.
Charging up the shift to sustainable mobility
Infineon’s high-performance components are at the core of an ultra-fast EV charging infrastructure, helping drivers get back on the road faster – while enabling compact, quiet, and scalable charging systems that meet the demands of a growing e-mobility ecosystem. Through powerful partnerships and advanced technology, Philipp and his team are not just building chargers. They're building trust in electric mobility.
High-performance building blocks for next-generation EV charging
Infineon’s EasyPACK™ 1B and 2B modules are engineered to meet the demands of ultra-fast, compact and efficient EV charging. With outstanding power density, low conduction and switching losses, as well as system efficiency above 97% at full load, they form the foundation for advanced charging solutions for different power classes and topologies.
Designed to thrive where space is tight, these SiC-based power modules are conducive to sleek, wall-mounted DC chargers like the HYC50 by Alpitronic. With up to 50% higher power density and reduced cooling requirements, they support scalable infrastructure with minimal construction effort.
We share a vision with Infineon: to bring EV charging everywhere.
