KIA'S TESLA SUPERCHARGER ACCESS IS A GAME CHANGER

EV Channels Review

The EV Geek podcast discusses Kia's significant move to grant its customers access to Tesla's Supercharger network, starting January 15, 2025. While this is hailed as a game-changer for EV infrastructure and convenience, the hosts express disappointment that owners of existing models like the 2022 EV6 and the Nero EV will have to purchase an adapter, while new EV6 and EV9 buyers after September 6th receive a complimentary one. They also question the charging speed limitations for older models and the lack of explicit mention of Tesla in Kia's press release. The episode also touches on Alpitronic's US launch as a reliable DC fast charger manufacturer, GM's rise in EV sales potentially surpassing Ford, the Jeep Recon's upcoming release, Volkswagen's production halt for the ID.4 due to a recall, and Rivian's new 'Gear Guard Live' feature for remote camera streaming. The overall sentiment is positive about increased charging access but critical of the adapter distribution strategy.