ChargePoint and GM Collaborate to Install Hundreds of Fast Charging Ports

On December 18, 2024, ChargePoint, a leading provider of networked charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs), and General Motors (GM) announced a collaboration to accelerate the growth of EV infrastructure across the U.S. The two companies plan to install hundreds of ultra-fast charging ports at key locations throughout the country. These chargers will feature the latest innovations in EV charging technology, improving accessibility and enabling drivers to recharge their vehicles more quickly than ever before. ChargePoint and GM aim to have these charging stations open and available to the public by 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, the collaboration between ChargePoint and General Motors (GM) will equip many of the planned charging locations with ChargePoint’s groundbreaking Omni Port system. The Omni Port allows vehicles with either CCS or NACS charging ports to charge seamlessly at any station, eliminating the need for adapters and ensuring flexibility without dedicating parking spaces to specific connector types. Many of these stations will feature ultra-fast charging via ChargePoint’s Express Plus platform, which supports 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 customers experiences, this collaboration should be another reason why EV drivers and the EV-curious should be excited.”

Through this partnership, ChargePoint and GM are accelerating the rollout of DC fast charging infrastructure across the U.S. The initiative includes an incentive program to simplify the process for third-party charge point operators (CPOs) to own and manage EV charging stations. The companies are working to rapidly deploy these new charging stations, with the goal of having them operational by the end of 2025.