7 Automakers Join To Build New EV Charging Network To Rival Tesla

Not long after several automakers agreed to switch to using Tesla’s NACS charging plug and to have their customers charge at the Tesla Supercharger network, 7 major automakers today announced a joint venture to build their own, larger charging network.

The joint venture, so new it doesn’t even have a name, includes BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz and Chrysler/Stellantis. Notably missing are Ford, which was first to partner with Tesla, and VW, whose money paid for Electrify America, the 2nd largest existing charging network after Tesla. Also missing is early EV leader Nissan. However, all cars, including Teslas, will be able to charge at these stations.