Major automakers adopt Tesla's charging standard and gain access to Supercharger network
- Multiple automakers, including Mercedes-Benz, Ford, GM, Rivian, Polestar, and Volvo, are switching from CCS1 to Tesla's NACS charging connector.
- The switch will allow non-Tesla EVs to use Tesla's Supercharger network starting in 2022, with NACS built into their cars by 2025.
- Mercedes-Benz will offer NACS adapters for existing vehicles and build NACS into new EVs starting in 2025, gaining access to over 12,000 Superchargers.
- The adoption of NACS puts pressure on other charging networks to improve reliability but ensures CCS1 stations will still be necessary to support older EVs.
- Tesla stands to gain significant revenue from adding other automakers to their Supercharger network, which are considered the most reliable and have the highest customer satisfaction.