Volvo Is The Newest EV-Maker To Swap To Tesla’s Plug

Whereas Volvo is the primary main overseas automaker to embrace the NACS charging customary, a number of American firms — together with Ford, Basic Motors, and Rivian — have already adopted it. Volvo’s choice could encourage different overseas manufacturers to contemplate switching to NACS; a minimum of with EVs supposed to be offered within the U.S. market. 

Nonetheless, for Tesla’s NACS customary to actually dominate the charging area, influential manufacturers akin to Volkswagen, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW would additionally must make the change. Though there isn’t a indication that these main gamers are at the moment contemplating a change, the rising record of NACS proponents could be a magnet for these automakers.

Along with enabling Tesla Superchargers, Volvo has confirmed that homeowners of its present lineup of EVs — together with the XC40, C40, and the upcoming EX30 and EX90 — will quickly have the ability to find charging stations utilizing the Volvo Vehicles app. This complete app designed for Volvo EVs permits customers to entry and management numerous automobile capabilities. It additionally serves as a beneficial software for checking charger availability in real-time, and making funds for charging classes.

As talked about earlier, Volvo expects to finish the transition from CCS to NACS by mid-2024, with new fashions that includes NACS plugs because the default beginning in 2025.