Summary
- Electrify America has partnered with Costco Wholesale to provide EV charging at five locations
- Charging stations offer power capacity up to 350 kW to meet growing demand for fast charging
- Electrify America recently surpassed 1000 charging stations nationwide
- Costco’s charging stations are integrated into the Electrify America network and owned by Costco Wholesale
- The partnership signals a trend towards more businesses owning EV charging stations with the support of Electrify America’s expertise
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Electrify America, the largest open hyper-fast charging network in the United States, has partnered with Costco Wholesale to provide electric vehicle charging at five Costco locations. These charging stations include hyper-fast chargers with power capacity up to 350 kW, aiming to meet the growing need for open and convenient fast charging for EV drivers. This collaboration allows businesses like Costco Wholesale to own their own charging stations while leveraging Electrify America’s experience in building the largest open, DC-fast charging network in the country.
As Electrify America continues to expand its network, it has recently surpassed 1000 charging stations across 47 states, the District of Columbia, and seven Canadian provinces. The company is positioning itself as a gateway to convenient spots off the interstate for long-distance travel, providing confidence in electric vehicles as the preferred choice for personal transportation. EV drivers, including non-Tesla drivers, are benefiting from the increasing number of Electrify America stations, with many new EV drivers starting their journey by charging for free at these stations.
Costco Wholesale’s partnership with Electrify America is catering to a larger demographic of EV drivers by offering compatible charging stations for various EV brands. As Costco works through any issues, it is likely that more stations will be established at Costco locations around the country. Both Costco and Electrify America are expanding their station networks to cater to customers in cities and on the highway, similar to how Tesla operates. Electrify America is gaining momentum, offering EV drivers convenient charging solutions.
The charging stations at Costco Wholesale locations are integrated into the Electrify America network, allowing customers to locate and pay for charging sessions via the Electrify America app. These charging stations are owned by Costco Wholesale and are compatible with nearly all electric vehicle brands, with pricing set by Costco Wholesale. The partnership between Electrify America and Costco Wholesale marks a step towards providing more accessible and convenient EV charging options for drivers across the country.
Open Costco Wholesale charging stations are currently operational in California, Colorado, and Florida, featuring hyper-fast chargers with various power capacities. Electrify America’s Electrify Commercial team has worked with Costco Wholesale to ensure that the charging stations are seamlessly integrated into the larger charging network. As Costco Wholesale continues to expand its charging infrastructure, EV drivers can benefit from more locations to charge their vehicles while shopping or traveling. This collaboration represents a proactive step towards accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles and supporting sustainable transportation options.
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