Volkswagen Group, home to automotive giants like Audi and Porsche, has officially announced its commitment to adopting Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) for electric vehicle (EV) charging. This follows similar decisions by Ford and GM, solidifying NACS as a universal charging standard.

VW Group is currently developing an adapter solution to enable existing EV owners to access Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network. The company aims to implement this solution by 2025. Additionally, all new electric vehicles produced by VW starting in 2025 will come equipped with Tesla’s charging port, providing customers with seamless access to over 15,000 Supercharger charging points across North America.

The move marks a departure from the traditional exclusivity of Tesla’s Supercharger network, which was initially reserved for Tesla vehicle owners. However, in response to industry-wide calls for standardization, Tesla opened up its NACS technology to other automakers in November 2022. Notably, Volkswagen Group remained on the sidelines even as competitors like BMW and Mercedes-Benz embraced the move.

Tesla’s Supercharger network is renowned for its speed and reliability, with 45,000 chargers worldwide and 12,000 in the United States alone. This strategic collaboration between Volkswagen and Tesla is expected to enhance the overall EV charging experience for consumers, setting a new standard for the industry.

This development underscores the growing momentum toward a unified approach to EV charging infrastructure, aligning with global efforts to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles. As Volkswagen Group embraces Tesla’s NACS standard, the focus now shifts to other major players, with Stellantis, owner of brands like Jeep, Chrysler, and Dodge, emerging as the latest contender in the push towards EV charging standardization.