Ford triggers a shift in May 2023 when U.S. automakers lock in deals to offer owners of their electric cars Visit Tesla Supercharger Network.
In an amazing transformation, automakers from GM and Hyundai to Rivian and Mercedes followed suit. By the end of 2023, almost every major automaker has agreed to adopt Tesla’s North American charging standards (NACS) and promised EV owners that the adapter will move forward soon.
Many non-tesla customers Still waiting. However, the latest announcement from the automaker may provide optimistic electrical lining.
TechCrunch is tracking which brands can access Tesla’s supercharged network and will update this list.
Turn to Tesla’s electric vehicle charging standard
In November 2022, Tesla shared its EV charging connector design to encourage network operators and automakers to adopt the technology and help make it a new standard in North America. At the time, all other automakers were using North American joint charging standards (CCS).
Even considering Tesla’s charging network, it seems unlikely to be adopted superior Thanks to its powerful and user-friendly design and the convenience of paying for EV juice.
Six months later, Ford became the first to announce that it will work with Tesla, the agreement will provide customers with Right to use Among the 12,000 superchargers in the United States and Canada. But that’s not just giving Ford electric car owners access to special adapters. Ford is also committed to integrating its future electric vehicles with NACS ports instead of CCS.
Rivian, GM, BMW, Honda, Hyundai, Volkswagen, Porsche, Audi, Hyundai, Kia, Lucid and Stellantis followed closely.
Tesla Fee FAQ
Today, in the United States, 36,499 NACS ports are publicly available (although some of them may come from Other electric vehicle charging companies Compared with the 16,925 ccs port, it has adapted to Tesla’s standards. despite this Federal Government CCS chargers have been explicitly established.
For electric car owners who encounter CCS ports, they must stick with manufacturer-approved adapters. While there are some third-party adapters that claim to comply with certain safety and performance standards, e.g. Lectron’s vortex plug For $199 Tesla’s website It is said that such adapters are prohibited.
A GM spokesperson told TechCrunch’s adapters were specially designed to protect GM EV batteries when charging, and that its vehicle warranty does not cover damage to vehicle parts caused by the use of non-GM-approved adapters.
In late August, Tesla released on X Increased production adapter. The statement, along with the announcement from GM, could mean that even faster non-Tesla electric vehicles will soon be lifted to supercharged stations. They all have to download the Tesla app so they can pay for charging.
Tesla Supercharged Access List
Ford
Certain Ford customers Officially gain access For February 2024, ongoing supply restrictions for Tesla’s superchargers have delayed delivery of free fast charging adapters for most customers (although Ford says the delay has affected “some” customers).
In early 2025, more and more customers began receiving adapters.
General Motors
As of September 2024, GM finally updated the software on its Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC EVS so customers can use Tesla’s superchargers. If they want to access as soon as possible, they need to purchase the GM Approved adapter through their app for $225.
Starting in 2025, GM’s electric vehicles will be built using NACS charging ports.
Honda and Acura
Honda announced in March 2025 North American owners of Honda Preface and Acura ZDX EVS will receive NACS in June. The automaker said it will make the adapter available for purchase from dealers until the release date.
Hyundai Motor Group
The South Korean automaker has taken several actions to get EV owners to access NACS chargers in the coming year.
Kia Announce Starting September 15 and starting January 15, 2025, their plans have given electric vehicle owners access to NACS chargers in September. They use the announcement as a promotion to provide customers with customers who purchase a new 2024 EV6 or 2024 or 2025 EV9 SUV from September 4, 2024. Existing Kia EV6, EV9 and Niro EV customers, customers who do delivery by September 4 will have to buy dealers from “later dates”.
But for those who don’t want to bother with the adapter, Kia shared some news at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November. Both the 2025 EV6 and the 2026 EV9 GT will be made using NACS plugs. EV6 is Sales are expected to begin In the first half of 2025, and the EV9 GT Second half of next year.
this 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 and 2026 Genesis Electrical GV70 Both present NACS plugs on the LA Auto Show and promise drivers access to Tesla’s supercharged network. But for customers who want Hyundai EVs earlier, the automaker said in December that it would send or buy or rent customers by January 31st Free NACS adapter.
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owner Lucid Gravity SUV is accessible By January 31, 2025, Tesla’s supercharged network. Gravity is built through a NACS charging port.
People who have purchased a wake-up air sedan built by CCS port will be accessed through the adapter in the second quarter.
Mercedes Benz
Mercedes Benz said in January Starting in February 2025, its electric vehicles will be able to access Tesla’s network. Mercedes provides existing electric vehicle customers with the ability to buy Lectron-made adapters for $185 through authorized dealers. The automaker plans to launch its first vehicle later this year using factory-installed NACS port. Mercedes hasn’t shared which models will appear first.
Mercedes added the Tesla supercharger location to the charger map in the app, which will integrate with the automaker’s plug-in and charging feature that initiates charging immediately after the customer plugs in the plug-in.
Nissan
Starting from the end of 2024 Nissan Start getting Ariya drivers to access Tesla’s network through the NACS adapter. The automaker also said it will begin providing electric vehicles at the NACS port for the U.S. and Canadian markets in 2025.
Rivian
EV startup Rivian officially obtained 15,000 superchargers in North America on March 18, 2024. At that time, Rivian promised to start sending adapters to customers Starting in April. A Rivian spokesman told TechCrunch the automaker started deliveries this spring and continues to ship the adapters on received adapters.
As of September 2024, Rivian said customers who order new cars will be shipped to them automatically upon delivery. Customers will receive the adapter within 7 to 10 business days. EV-MAKER also promises that those who already have Rivians and are still waiting for the adapter will get one for free by the end of January 2025.
Volvo (and Polestar)
Two Swedish car brands owned by China begin to offer their electric car customers Access Tesla’s supercharger Internet at the end of October 2024.
Volvo said at the time it will offer a free NACS adapter to any customer who purchases the 2025 EX90, EX40 or EC40. Existing Volvo EV owners must earn $230 for the adapter, which they can purchase from a dealership or service center.
Polestar also sells adapters through its service center. Both brands start shipping adapters by the end of 2024. Volvo and Polestar are also updating their Android-powered infotainment software so drivers can search for Tesla superchargers in vehicle navigation.
TechCrunch will update the list as automakers gain official access.
