Taiga Motors, a Quebec-based electric marine and off-road vehicle manufacturer, has announced that owners of its electric snowmobiles will soon have access to a new over-the-air (OTA) update, enabling DC fast charging capabilities to existing battery hardware. This update will allow riders to charge their snowmobiles in just 30 minutes, allowing them to spend more time exploring and less time waiting for a charge.
The three models of electric snowmobiles introduced by Taiga feature a 27 kWh battery pack, with an estimated range of 96-140 km (60-87 miles). Production of the electric snowmobiles officially kicked off in late 2021, with first customer deliveries beginning with the Nomad model. The production model offers a range up to 100 km (61 mi).
The OTA update will allow owners to plug into any Taiga charger or standard EV DC fast charger using the CSS 1 combo connector each Nomad snowmobile is already equipped with. Taiga CEO Sam Bruneau spoke about the update, saying “Introducing the fastest charging option available on the market to our already industry-leading range of up to 100 kilometers is a game changer for our customers, and to Taiga’s mission of accelerating powersports electrification.”
The charging update will initially roll out as a Beta to Taiga’s early adopters. Nomad snowmobile owners will receive a prompt on their vehicle’s display regarding the OS update and can accept and enable DC fast charging from there. Taiga’s chief technology officer Gabriel Bernatchez also spoke to the update and what it means for its electric snowmobile customers: “We are excited to roll out the DC Fast Charging feature via an over-the-air Taiga OS update, showcasing our future-proof hardware design ethos, enabling continuous product improvements even after customers have taken ownership of their vehicle.”
The Taiga Nomad is available for order now, and with this new OTA update, riders can explore nature further in Taiga’s shared pursuit of electrification across powersports.
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