The automaker will include it in new EV models starting in 2025.

Honda to Adopt Tesla’s Electric Vehicle Charging Standard in North America

Today, Honda revealed its decision to adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its future electric vehicles (EVs) sold in the continent. Starting from 2025, Honda models will utilize NACS instead of the Combined Charging System (CCS). Additionally, Honda is working on creating an adapter that will enable pre-2025 Honda vehicles to charge using Tesla’s system. This move solidifies Honda’s position as the dominant North American standard, following Elon Musk and Tesla’s decision to make it accessible to competitors less than a year ago. “We’re excited to announce that…

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Mercedes to Adopt Tesla’s Electric Vehicle Charging Standard for North American Models

Febin MathewJuly 8, 23Automobiles, Cars, EV, NACS, Tesla

Mercedes-Benz has announced its decision to incorporate Tesla’s charging technology into its new North American electric vehicles from 2025. Initially, drivers will be able to utilize the Tesla Supercharger network through a CCS-to-NACS adapter, which is expected to be available in 2024. This does not affect Mercedes’ plans to introduce its own fast charging network from this fall, according to the company. The company plans to build more than 400 “charging centers” in North America by 2030, with a total of 2,500 chargers available. The first installations are now set…

It’ll still support the Combined Charging System (CCS-1) connector.

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Electrify America to Offer Tesla’s NACS Connector by 2025

Sanjay PatilJune 30, 23Automobiles, EV, NACS, Tesla

By 2025, Electrify America, Volkswagen’s charging network, has committed to incorporating the widely embraced North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector. This move will significantly enhance the availability of the NACS connector, initially developed by Tesla and known as the Tesla charging connector. For those tied to the company’s CCS-1 plug standard, don’t worry. Electrify America says it won’t go anywhere because the NACS connectors join the charging station’s CCS-1 connectors, not replace them. Sister organization Electrify Canada will also implement the NACS connector by 2025. The company says this change…

The Polestar 5 and 6 may come with NACS from the very start.

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Polestar to Follow Volvo in Adopting Tesla’s Electric Vehicle Charging Standard

Febin MathewJune 29, 23EV, NACS, Polestar, Tesla

Polestar has announced its decision to follow Volvo’s lead and incorporate Tesla’s charging technology in North America. The brand, which focuses on electric vehicles, plans to introduce “convenient” CCS-to-NACS adapters for current vehicles by mid-2024. Additionally, starting from 2025, all new Polestar cars will come equipped with the standard NACS connector. This adapter will enable future models to charge at CCS stations. The news makes it difficult to expand Polestar’s range. Polestar 3 SUV and Polestar 4 SUV coupe are expected in 2024, while Polestar 5 grand tourer and Polestar…

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Volvo Joins Tesla in Adopting Electric Vehicle Charging Standard

Febin MathewJune 28, 23EV, NACS, Tesla, Volvo

Volvo has announced that it will be utilizing Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) port for its electric cars in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The C40 Recharge, EX30, and EX90 models will be able to connect to Supercharger stations through an adapter from the first half of 2024, while future models from 2025 will have NACS built-in. An adapter will also be available for upcoming EVs that use the Combined Charging System (CCS) format. This move follows other manufacturers adopting Tesla’s EV charging technology. Volvo is not shy about…