ChargePoint and General Motors (GM) announced plans to “further accelerate EV infrastructure growth in the U.S.,” according to an email statement. The companies said they are joining efforts to install hundreds of ultra-fast charging ports at strategic locations, featuring the “latest innovations in EV charging to improve access to chargers and help drivers get back on the road faster than ever.”
ChargePoint and GM intend for the locations to be opened and available to the public before the end of 2025.
“The transition to electric mobility continues to be driven by leaders such as General Motors offering innovative EVs and committing to make chargers as ubiquitous as possible,” said Rick Wilmer, CEO of ChargePoint. “Our collaboration with GM represents a significant investment in the infrastructure to enable fast and easy charging for all. Together, ChargePoint and GM will deliver a seamless fast charging experience via reliable charging hardware managed by our industry leading software platform.”
Branded as GM Energy, many locations will be equipped with ChargePoint’s Omni Port system, according to ChargePoint. Many of the charging stations planned for the collaboration will feature “ultra-fast charging through ChargePoint’s Express Plus platform, which is capable of charging speeds up to 500kW.”
“Continuing to provide customers with better charging options helps to remove barriers to EV adoption and improve the ownership experience. Today, GM drivers have access to hundreds of thousands of places to charge and we are proud that this collaboration with ChargePoint adds even more reliable, accessible and convenient charging experiences,” said Wade Sheffer, GM Energy vice president. “With ultra-fast charging, Omni Port technology and excellent customer experiences, this collaboration should be another reason why EV drivers and the EV-curious should be excited.”
The companies aim to open these new charging stations rapidly, with the locations deployed by the end of 2025.
Earlier this week, NACS Daily reported that the Trump Administration plans to roll back Biden EV policies. “Incoming U.S. President Donald Trump’s transition team is recommending sweeping changes to cut off support for electric vehicles and charging stations and to strengthen measures blocking cars, components and battery materials from China,” reported Reuters, based on an internal transition team document Reuters has reviewed.