PG&E Installs First ABB C50 Chargers in US, is Transitioning All 9,500 Fleet Vehicles to EV by 2045

Pacific Gas and Electric Company, one of the largest utilities in the United States, serves 16 million Californians across a 70,000 square mile territory and has emerged as a leader in transportation electrification. Headquartered in Oakland, PG&E began by electrifying its own fleet and is now working to transition all 9,500 vehicles to electric by 2045, with 4,300 targeted for electrification by 2030.

PG&E’s fleet operates in demanding, high utilization environments that require versatile charging infrastructure capable of supporting multiple operational scenarios. Its electric vehicles range from light duty cars to day hauling Class 8 trucks and serve functions such as gas service, electric construction, survey and leak detection, locate and mark, engineering, service planning, and traffic control. To enable efficient overnight and shift based charging, along with rapid turnaround top ups, PG&E requires a flexible charging strategy supported by a dedicated technology partner.

To support overnight charging at two South Bay garages, PG&E installed the first three ABB E-Mobility C50 compact chargers deployed in the United States. ABB E-Mobility announced the news on February 18, 2026.

With a depth of just over nine inches, the C50 is designed for tight depot layouts and simplified installation. Its enhanced user interface and ability to share power across two outlets provide added flexibility, particularly during emergency response operations. The deployment is part of ABB E-mobility’s Early Adopter Program, a global initiative focused on gathering real world operational insights.

For higher demand applications, PG&E has also deployed more than a dozen A400 All In One chargers capable of delivering up to 400 kW for mission critical vehicles that require faster charging. The A400’s modular architecture and domain separation design maximize uptime, streamline maintenance, and reduce lifetime operating costs. With solutions ranging from 50 kW to 400 kW, PG&E has aligned its DC fast charging infrastructure with the diverse needs of its fleet.

Throughout its electrification journey, PG&E has prioritized reliability, serviceability, and responsiveness in its charging partners. By strengthening its collaboration with ABB E-mobility and incorporating operational feedback into deployment planning, PG&E has been able to implement solutions such as the C50 and A400 that meet precise fleet requirements. Proactive infrastructure upgrades have ensured continuity for mission critical vehicles.

Since March 2024, PG&E has activated more than 500 new ABB E-mobility charging outlets and exceeded 800 total ports across 35 locations by the end of 2025. As it scales its electrification efforts, PG&E continues to set a benchmark for large fleet operators, demonstrating how strategic partnerships and purpose built infrastructure can accelerate the transition to cleaner transportation across North America.