Tesla Superchargers: GM, Ford, Rivian, and other EV brands with access
EV owners of GM vehicles like the Chevrolet Silverado EV and Cadillac Lyriq will now officially have access to Tesla’s Superchargers.
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The electric vehicle (EV) landscape is undergoing a significant shift as major automakers are adopting the North American Charging Standard (NACS) and gaining access to Tesla's vast Supercharger network. The trend began in 2022 when Ford announced that its EV owners would have access to Tesla's Superchargers, followed by General Motors (GM), Hyundai, and Rivian.
However, not aLL non-Tesla customers have been able to access the network immediately. Ford's EV owners, for instance, are still waiting for adapters to be delivered, although the company has promised to provide them for free. GM's recent announcement has brought some optimism, as its EV owners, including those of the Chevrolet Silverado EV and Cadillac Lyriq, will nOW have access to Tesla's Superchargers. To access the network, GM EV owners will need to purchase a GM-approved adapter for $225.
The shift towards the Tesla Supercharger network began in November 2022, when Tesla shared its EV charging connector design, which was considered superior to the Combined Charging Standard (CCS) used by other automakers. Ford was the first to announce its partnership with Tesla, followed by other major automakers.
As of September 2024, the Tesla Supercharger network has expanded significantly, with 36,499 NACS ports available publicly, compared to around 16,925 CCS ports. However, Tesla's website prohibits the use of third-party adapters, citing safety and performance concerns.
Several automakers have gained access to the Tesla Supercharger network, including:
As the adoption of the NACS and access to the Tesla Supercharger network continues to grow, TechCrunch will update the list as automakers gain official access to the network.