XCharge North America Installs Oregon’s First Solar-Plus-Storage EV Fast-Charging Station, Shares Up 28%
EV solutions provider XCharge North America, the North American subsidiary of XCHG Limited (Nasdaq: XCH) has launched Oregon’s first solar-plus-storage DC fast-charging station, a milestone for the state’s electric vehicle infrastructure and a model for grid-friendly charging. The project was completed in partnership with Wildhorse Resort & Casino’s Arrowhead Travel Plaza, located along the busy Interstate 84 corridor, and supported by NetZero Energy LLC, which provided system design and project management.
A First for Oregon’s EV Network
The new installation integrates four dual-dispenser GridLink chargers, each with a base capacity of 215 kWh—expandable to 430 kWh—and supported by a 40 kW solar array. Each charger can deliver up to 194 kW of output, providing high-speed charging for nearly all EV models. The site is designed to serve more than 1.7 million vehicles that pass through the travel plaza annually, including those navigating the steep, weather-challenging Cabbage Hill route where reliable charging is essential.
Tom Fine, general manager of Arrowhead Travel Plaza, said the partnership was a strategic choice:
“We partnered with XCharge NA because they provide a grid-friendly charging solution with battery storage that seamlessly integrates with a custom solar canopy—a perfect fit for our climate.”
Clean Energy Integration and Grid Resilience
The station combines solar generation, on-site energy storage, and DC fast charging—a combination increasingly favored by fleet operators and travel centers seeking sustainable, cost-effective power solutions. By using stored energy during peak hours or operating bidirectionally to return power to the grid, the system eases grid strain and minimizes the need for costly utility upgrades.
“Helping create Oregon’s first solar-supplemented DC fast-charging site marks a major milestone in our journey of innovation and sustainability,” said Aatish Patel, co-founder and president of XCharge NA. “Our Arrowhead installation demonstrates how integrating GridLink technology with solar can offset grid demand, enhance site resilience, and strengthen regional energy infrastructure.”
Technical and Safety Advancements
XCharge’s GridLink system includes advanced bidirectional charging and an integrated Thermal Runaway Management System with multi-sensor monitoring, early-stage ignition suppression, and built-in fire-suppression tanks. The design allows for safe operation, rapid service, and energy continuity even in off-grid or emergency situations.
The technology also enables renewable energy integration, allowing solar power to directly charge the on-site battery or feed energy back into the grid, effectively creating a mini-microgrid. The company said the Oregon deployment expands XCharge NA’s U.S. footprint to 18 states.
Broader Industry Momentum
Across North America and Europe, pairing storage with EV fast charging is becoming a key enabler of electrification. Similar deployments have been announced in the U.K., Norway, and Germany, with operators integrating lithium-iron-phosphate and second-life batteries to address grid limitations. Analysts say the approach improves charging speed, grid stability, and energy efficiency—critical factors as EV adoption accelerates.
Gary E. George, CEO of Wildhorse Resort & Casino, said the project supports the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation’s sustainability goals:
“This project reflects our dedication to forward-thinking environmental practices while providing essential infrastructure for travelers.”
