EVgo opens its first Tesla Superchargers, with hundreds more planned

EVgo has opened its very first Supercharger station at a grocery store parking lot in Chicago. The new site features 12 fast-charging stalls equipped with both NACS and CCS plugs, marking the beginning of a nationwide rollout of hundreds of Tesla Supercharger stalls by EVgo.

• The site offers 325 kW fast-charging stalls located at a Chicago shopping plaza.
• Magic Dock technology allows both NACS and CCS vehicles to charge without adapters.
• EVgo owns and brands the chargers, while Tesla operates and maintains them.
• The rollout targets shopping centers like Regency Centers across the United States.

Details of the Chicago Supercharger Station

The new charging location is situated at Riverside Square and River's Edge at 3145 S Ashland Avenue in Chicago. Although EVgo's August announcement hinted at up to 500 kW capacity for the rollout, the current location features 325 kW "EVgo Superchargers" delivering rapid energy replenishment.

A standout feature of the Chicago location is the integration of Magic Dock technology. This allows drivers of compatible non-Tesla EVs with CCS plugs, as well as NACS vehicles, to charge seamlessly without needing an adapter. Non-Tesla drivers can initiate sessions through the Tesla app, while Tesla drivers will see the station directly in their car's navigation and Trip Planner.

Business Model and Expansion Plans

Under the partnership framework, EVgo owns the Supercharger stations and self-brands them, while Tesla handles the running and maintenance operations. The initial deployment sites are strategically chosen at Regency Centers shopping plazas featuring grocery stores.

In addition to this rollout, EVgo is actively adding NACS plugs to its regular fast-charging network, an initiative that began in 2025. The company aims to deploy 500 such stalls across the US by the end of 2026, alongside separate Supercharger stalls, ensuring broad compatibility for future electric vehicle drivers.