SEVEN AUTOMAKERS JOIN TOGETHER TO INSTALL 30,000+ HIGH-SPEED DC FAST CHARGERS IN NORTH AMERICA

EV Channels Review

Seven major automakers, including BMW, Honda, GM, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis, have announced a joint venture to establish a new high-speed DC fast charging network across North America. This ambitious project aims to deploy over 30,000 chargers in urban and highway locations, starting in the summer of 2024, with a strong emphasis on reliability, digital integration, and an elevated customer experience, including amenities at charging sites. The network will support both CCS and NACS connectors and will be powered by renewable energy, positioning itself as a significant competitor to existing networks like Electrify America and Tesla's Supercharger network. While the announcement is highly encouraging for EV adoption, the review cautions that the success hinges on effective implementation, drawing parallels to past failed charging initiatives. The initiative is expected to put considerable pressure on Electrify America to improve its service and reliability.