Tesla announces expanded access to its Supercharger network in the US and Canada, welcoming Nissan EV owners, including Ariya drivers, to charge their vehicles at over 2,500 stations across North America.
Since the beginning of this year and following the normalisation of its connector last year, Tesla has gradually onboarded additional automakers to its Supercharger network in North America.
Initially, Ford led the way, followed by General Motors and Rivian; more recently, Geely’s Volvo and Polestar have also entered the fray.
As per updates on Tesla’s website, Nissan has become a supported electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, enabling its vehicles to utilize Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network through the integration of NACS adapters across North America.
As of this writing, Nissan remains silent on whether it will provide adapters for Ariya owners, yet to make a formal announcement verifying their availability.
As a result, we define Ariya owners as those who possess the unique electric SUV, specifically the only Nissan vehicle equipped with CCS connectors, allowing seamless integration with NACS adapters for access to the Supercharger network.
Unfortunately, the Nissan Leaf relies on the CHAdeMO standard, which is not compatible with the Supercharger network’s charging infrastructure.
The partnership enables Nissan Ariya owners to access more than 15,000 Tesla Supercharger stations worldwide, significantly enhancing their fast-charging connectivity.
Whether drivers will opt for personalized adapters or rely on Nissan’s provision remains uncertain. While various automakers have adopted distinct strategies, direct access to adapters from manufacturers has been significantly curtailed.
While some electric vehicle (EV) owners have utilized third-party adapters, such reliance is not always recommended.
Following the successful implementation of adapters, the next logical step is to integrate directly with non-Tesla electric vehicles. As early as next year, numerous electric vehicles are expected to feature the Normalized Charging System (NACS) as the standard charging port, with the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 already leading the charge in this regard.
As of 2025, North America will undergo a significant transformation regarding electric vehicle (EV) connectors, with the majority, if not all, newly manufactured EVs expected to feature NACS as standard from 2026 onwards.
