General Motors EV Customers Gain Access to 17,800 Tesla Superchargers

In a significant development aimed at enhancing the charging infrastructure for electric vehicle (EV) owners, General Motors (GM) has announced that its EV customers will now have access to over 17,800 Tesla Superchargers across North America.

This new initiative allows GM EV owners, including those driving Chevrolet, Cadillac, and GMC electric vehicles, to utilize the extensive Tesla Supercharger Network. To facilitate this, GM is offering a GM-approved NACS DC adapter, which is essential for connecting GM EVs to Tesla's Superchargers. This adapter is specifically designed to protect GM EV batteries while charging and is available for purchase through GM vehicle brand mobile apps for $225.

To access the Tesla Supercharger Network, GM EV owners need to set up their vehicle mobile app for public charging. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

• Launch the myChevrolet app (or the respective app for other GM brands) and navigate to the Public Charging section.
• Select "Activate for Tesla Supercharger" and follow the prompts to request the NACS DC adapter and set up the payment method for charging.

The NACS DC adapter is designed exclusively for use with Tesla Superchargers and NACS DC fast charging stations, ensuring compatibility with Generation 3 (V3) and beyond Tesla Superchargers. GM strongly advises using only GM-approved adapters to avoid potential damage to the EV's battery, which could void portions of the vehicle's limited warranty.

With this integration, GM EV owners will have access to a significantly expanded network of public chargers. In total, they can now use more than 231,800 public Level 2 and DC fast chargers across North America, including the added Tesla Superchargers. This expansion is part of GM's broader strategy to enhance the customer experience and facilitate a smoother transition to electric vehicles.

The process of charging at a Tesla Supercharger involves connecting the NACS DC adapter to the charging cable and then plugging it into the vehicle. Users can initiate and manage the charging session through their vehicle mobile app, which also provides real-time availability of nearby charging stations and allows for convenient route planning and charging stop management.

This move is expected to alleviate range anxiety for GM EV owners by providing them with more charging options, especially during long trips. The integration with the Tesla Supercharger Network is set to roll out initially in the United States, with plans to extend the service to Canadian customers later this year.