Jaguar has announced a partnership with Tesla, granting them access to the electric vehicle manufacturer’s extensive Supercharger network. The British automaker has also committed to adopting the Tesla-designed NACS connector in North America.
The ripple effects of the NACS disruption have been intensifying over the past few months, gaining momentum and magnitude.
As Ford and General Motors announced their adoption of Tesla’s new charging standard, NACS, other manufacturers quickly scrambled to negotiate deals with Tesla to gain access to its expansive Supercharger network, paving the way for a transition to the new connector.
Now, Jaguar has joined the ranks of the latest automotive manufacturer to make the shift. The corporation announced in a formal statement:
Jaguar has reached a settlement with Tesla to grant drivers of its forthcoming electric vehicles access to Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Starting in 2025, all new Jaguars sold within this region will seamlessly integrate with North America’s Charging Customary (NACS), eliminating the need for adapters. Jaguar offers to supply adapters from Tesla, ensuring seamless compatibility for I-PACE owners once they hit the market.
According to Mark Camilleri, Director of Electrification Providers at Jaguar Land Rover,
Telsa’s global charging network provides rapid, reliable, and convenient recharging capabilities, and we’re thrilled to collaborate with them in offering seamless access to Jaguar owners. The new settlement enables Jaguar motorists equipped with NACS technology in the United States, Canada, and Mexico to utilize Tesla’s Supercharger network without the need for a separate adapter.
The agreement mirrors those established by various automakers, introducing seamless charging capabilities – namely, Jaguar EV owners will gain access to Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network through an adapter starting next year, while future Jaguar EV models launching in 2025 will feature the necessary NACS connector as standard equipment.
As the industry continues to evolve, Jaguar has followed suit with other major players like Ford, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, General Motors, Volvo, Polestar, and Rivian by embracing NACS (New Automotive Cybersecurity Standard) in North America.
