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Kyle,
TX – October 2025 / NewsmakerAlert: XCharge
North America (“XCharge NA”), the North American subsidiary of XCHG
Limited (Nasdaq: XCH) (“XCharge”) and a provider of high-power EV charging
and battery-integrated solutions designed to strengthen the North American
electrical grid, announced a new partnership with Wildhorse
Resort & Casino’s Arrowhead Travel Plaza to deploy four, dual-dispenser
GridLink chargers. This new deployment in Pendleton, Oregon—which brings
XCharge NA’s total U.S. footprint to 18 states—will not only provide Arrowhead
Travel Plaza’s growing EV customer base with a fast, efficient, and reliable
charging experience but will also serve as the first solar-plus-storage
DC fast-charging station in the state. This installation was strategically
enabled by NetZero Energy, LLC, which identified the initial opportunity
for collaboration and provided essential services, including due diligence,
system design, and comprehensive project management, acting as a pivotal
partner in bringing this state-first deployment online.
“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,” said Tom
Fine, general manager of Arrowhead Travel Plaza. “Their technology
provides clear operational and economic advantages that assist Arrowhead
Travel Plaza in providing a needed service for the broadening customer
base.”
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As
part of the Wildhorse Resort & Casino enterprises on tribal lands of
the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, the Arrowhead
Travel Plaza serves over 1.7 million vehicles on Interstate 84, a key transportation
corridor. To support this demand with a sustainable and safe charging solution,
XCharge’s installation integrates four 215kWh GridLinks with 40kW of solar,
which can output up to 194kW per unit. This technology not only ensures
a reliable, high-speed charge for nearly all EV models but is particularly
crucial for drivers traveling eastbound on the steep, weather-prone Cabbage
Hill route, as a full charge is essential for safety.
“This
project supports the Tribe’s dedication to sustainable practices and our
mission to deliver a forward-thinking experience for all guests and travelers,”
added Gary
E. George, Chief Executive Officer at Wildhorse Resort & Casino.
“Helping
create Oregon’s first solar-supplemented DC fast-charging site marks a
major milestone in XCharge’s journey of innovation and sustainability,”
said Aatish
Patel, co-founder and president of XCharge NA. “Our Arrowhead Travel
Plaza installation goes beyond simply delivering ultra-fast charging—it’s
a powerful demonstration of how integrating our GridLink
technology with solar power can offset grid demand, enhance a charging
site’s resilience and flexibility, and even bolster the region’s energy
architecture. This is exactly the kind of fully integrated, clean infrastructure
we’ve envisioned since XCharge NA’s inception—practical, future-ready,
and built to maximize renewable integration while addressing today’s customer
needs.”
Notable
features of GridLink by XCharge include:
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GridLink
offers a wide range of input power to achieve maximum output performance,
featuring a base capacity of 215 kWh that can be expanded to 430 kWh.
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GridLink
provides advanced bidirectional charging technology, seamless grid integration,
and renewable energy support, including direct integration with photovoltaics.
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The bidirectional
charging technology allows power to flow back into the grid or act as an
off-grid energy source, enhancing overall grid stability. This also allows
GridLink to function off-grid in the event of an emergency.
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Gridlink
is equipped with an advanced Thermal Runaway Management System, designed
to monitor each battery pack with four dedicated sensors and control the
system from the very first signs of risk. By isolating air and suppressing
ignition at the earliest stage, GridLink ensures safer and more stable
operation.
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GridLink
integrates the built-in “fire suppression fluid tank” for pack-level fire
suppression, minimizing damage and enabling quick, cost-effective battery
pack replacement.
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GridLink
not only promotes electric transportation but also strengthens each region’s
sustainable energy infrastructure.
For more
information on GridLink by XCharge, visit: Xcharge.us/product/gridlink
About
XCharge NA
XCharge
NA specializes in high-power EV charging and battery-integrated solutions
tailored to the North American electrical grid. With solutions that store
energy, improve grid resilience, and create new revenue streams, XCharge
NA provides scalable open-access EV charging solutions designed to strengthen
the country’s electrical grid and broader energy infrastructure.
About
XCharge
XCharge
(NASDAQ: XCH), founded in 2015, is a global leader in integrated EV charging
solutions. The company offers comprehensive EV charging solutions, which
primarily include the DC fast chargers and the advanced battery-integrated
DC fast chargers as well as its accompanying services. Through a combination
of proprietary charging technology, energy storage system technology and
accompanying services, XCharge enhances EV charging efficiency and unlocks
the value of energy storage and management. Committed to providing innovative
and efficient EV charging solutions, XCharge is actively working toward
establishing a global green future critical to the company’s long-term
growth and development.
About
Wildhorse Resort & Casino
Located
just off I-84 at Exit 216 in Pendleton, Oregon, Wildhorse
Resort & Casino is the premier family destination in Eastern Oregon
and Southwest Washington. The resort offers something for everyone, featuring
two 18-hole golf courses, a tower hotel, diverse dining options, a world-class
casino with more than 1,100 slot machines and table games, live Keno, Bingo,
a movie theater, bowling, an arcade, and an RV park. Wildhorse Resort &
Casino is proudly owned and operated by the Confederated Tribes of the
Umatilla Indian Reservation. For more information, visit: www.WildhorseResort.com.
About
NetZero Energy, LLC
Founded
in 2014, NetZero
Energy, LLC is a Pacific Northwest–based company focused on advancing
the EV charging market. With a mission to deliver resilient transportation
infrastructure, NetZero Energy provides turnkey solutions that bring projects
from concept to completion.
Safe
Harbor Statement
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press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are
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Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts,
including statements about the company’s beliefs and expectations, are
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information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press
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