2 More Large Dominoes Fall - Honda and Hilton (Patreon)
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2023-09-07 17:20:41
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Tesla has expanded its charging network through partnerships with two major companies, offering more charging options for Tesla owners and vehicles compatible with the North American Charging Standard (NACS).
- Turning back to Tesla’s dominant Supercharger network, the EV maker notched another big automotive partner on Thursday as well, with Honda (HMC) announcing it will implement the NACS plug in its new EVs starting in 2025, meaning native access to Tesla’s Supercharger network.
- Honda says it will offer an adapter plug in 2025 for its older EVs using the CCS standard for backward compatibility; however, unlike other Tesla charging partners like GM, Ford, and Mercedes, Honda won’t gain access to the network until 2025, whereas the other partners will gain access to the Supercharger network early next year.
- Hilton, a hotel operator, plans to install 20,000 Tesla Universal Wall Connector plugs at 2,000 of its hotel locations across the US, Canada, and Mexico, starting in early 2024. This initiative will create the largest EV charging network among hospitality companies and complements Hilton's existing chargers at 1,850 Hilton-branded hotels worldwide.
- Hilton's decision to invest in EV charging infrastructure is driven by increasing customer demand for convenient charging options while traveling. Searches for EV charging on Hilton's website have grown significantly, making it the second-highest search category for converting searches into stays.
- It's important to note that Tesla's Universal Wall Connectors, used in this partnership, provide slower AC charging compared to Tesla's Supercharger Network, which offers faster DC charging.
- This expansion of Tesla's charging network demonstrates the growing importance of EV infrastructure and the hospitality industry's commitment to meeting the needs of electric vehicle users.
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