Xos to Showcase Grid-Independent Charging Technology at APTA TRANSform 2026
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Xos, a leading manufacturer of electric commercial vehicles and mobile charging solutions, is set to showcase its innovative Xos Hub™ technology at the APTA TRANSform Conference & EXPO 2026, taking place from October 4 to 7 in Chicago, Illinois. The company’s participation in this event underscores its commitment to accelerating the electrification of public transportation fleets.
The Xos Hub™ is a grid-independent mobile energy storage and charging system designed to provide high-throughput commercial charging without the need for permanent infrastructure or utility upgrades. This technology is particularly significant for public transit agencies, which often face challenges in deploying charging infrastructure due to lengthy utility upgrade timelines and the associated costs.
The Xos Hub™ offers several key advantages over traditional charging solutions. It can be deployed in days rather than the typical twelve to eighteen months required for utility upgrades. This rapid deployment capability is crucial for transit agencies looking to reduce their carbon footprint and meet environmental goals without significant delays. Additionally, the Hub is available in various configurations, 210, 420, and 630 kWh, to scale with an agency's fleet needs and deliver intelligent load management that protects energy budgets and avoids costly utility penalties.
Xos has already demonstrated the reliability of its technology through more than 100 commercial charging deployments. These deployments have supported the demanding duty cycles of fleet operators, providing field-validated dependability to the public transit sector. At the APTA TRANSform Conference & EXPO, Xos will be on hand to walk transit leaders through the deployment timelines, total cost of ownership, and the benefits of mobile energy storage.
The APTA TRANSform Conference & EXPO is the largest gathering of public transportation professionals in North America, making it an ideal platform for Xos to showcase its technology. The company's presence at the event underscores its continued commitment to the transportation sector and its strategy of scaling the Xos Hub across the fleets where deployable charging delivers the greatest value.
According to the 2025 "Zeroing in on Zero-Emission Buses" report by CALSTART, the number of zero-emission transit buses in the United States grew 16% year over year, reaching 8,116 in 2025. Despite this progress, infrastructure timelines and grid capacity remain significant barriers to deployment. The Xos Hub's mobile, grid-independent approach is purpose-built to help close that gap, making it a valuable tool for public transit agencies looking to accelerate their electrification efforts.
Xos's participation in the APTA TRANSform Conference & EXPO highlights its ongoing efforts to support the transition to electric transportation. By providing a practical and scalable solution, the company aims to help transit agencies overcome the challenges of infrastructure deployment and achieve their sustainability goals.