Tesla to Partially Open Network to Rival EVs
When it comes to electric vehicle charging, Tesla holds a sizable cornerstone with their exclusive Supercharger network– so much so that it’s arguably one of the biggest appeals to buying a Tesla. As part of a new federal program to electrify America’s highways, part of that network will soon be available to rival EVs.
In a press release put out by the White House, Tesla, for the first time, will open a portion of its charging network to non-Tesla models. This move will make available at least 7,500 chargers for all EVs by the end of 2024, consisting of 3,500 new and existing 250 kW Superchargers, with the rest comprising slower Destination Chargers.
The Superchargers, as you’ve possibly seen, are usually located off of America’s highways, providing Teslas with the jolt they need for longer hauls. The Destination Chargers are to be found in urban and rural areas, and off of the main byways– like at hotels and restaurants. Either of these chargers can be accessed through the Tesla app.
This opening is part of a Biden-Harris Administration plan to create a convenient, reliable and made-in-America charging network. As part of President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a $7.5 billion investment is to be made in EV charging, joined by $10 billion in clean transportation and over $7 billion in EV battery components.
Tesla is already a household name when it comes to EVs, and this decision could position the company as a key player in the future of vehicle “fill ups.” And since Superchargers are manufactured in Buffalo, New York, it certainly plays well into President Biden’s “made-in-America” charger solution.