Car manufacturer General Motors unveils a new adapter for users to connect their vehicles to Tesla's Supercharger stations
General Motors Expands Charging Options with Tesla Supercharger Network Access and New Adapter
General Motors (GM) has made a significant stride in expanding charging options for its electric vehicle (EV) customers. The American automaker has announced the availability of an approved North American Charging Standard (NACS) DC adapter for its EVs, allowing customers to utilize Tesla's extensive chargers network.
As of June 2023, GM has adopted Tesla's NACS charging port for its future EVs, starting from 2025. This decision follows a trend set by other automakers such as Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Nissan, Rivian, and Volvo, who have also committed to adopting the NACS port for their future EVs.
With the new adapter, GM EVs equipped with a factory-installed Combined Charging System (CCS) port can now connect to Tesla's NACS plug. The adapter, priced at $225, can be purchased through GM's vehicle brand mobile apps.
The launch of GM's charging adapter is part of an effort to accelerate charging options for its future EV customers. In addition, GM has integrated the Tesla Supercharger Network into its vehicle and mobile apps, enabling drivers to locate nearby chargers, check station status, initiate a charging session, and make payments.
The ability to utilize Tesla's Supercharger network now gives GM customers access to over 17,800 Tesla Superchargers, the most widely used by EV drivers in North America. This move is expected to significantly improve charging infrastructure for GM's EV customers, especially considering that chargers equipped with NACS plugs outnumber CCS chargers by two to one in North America.
GM's commitment to the NACS charging standard is not limited to its partnership with Tesla. Last year, the company joined the Ionna EV charging joint venture, along with other unspecified automakers. The joint venture plans to install at least 30,000 high-performance chargers at strategic locations in North America. The first Ionna chargers will open this year in the U.S., followed by Canada.
The Ionna charging network will be accessible to drivers of EVs equipped with either the NACS or CCS ports. This includes the new charging connector unveiled by ChargePoint in August, called the "Omni Port", which combines NACS and CCS charge port designs.
The development and production of the adapter will be handled by multiple suppliers to ensure a smooth and efficient process. This move is part of GM's strategy to provide its customers with seamless and convenient charging experiences as the EV market continues to grow.
In conclusion, GM's adoption of Tesla's NACS charging port and the launch of its charging adapter are significant steps towards improving charging infrastructure for its EV customers. These moves not only provide customers with more charging options but also contribute to the overall growth and standardization of the EV charging industry in North America.
