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The number of public fast-charging ports for electric vehicles in the United States has surpassed 80,000, with Tesla adding the largest number during the third quarter of 2026. However, average Supercharger prices rose, while prices on competing networks remained roughly stable.
General Motors will equip its entire 2027 model-year lineup with the native NACS port, eliminating the need for an adapter when using compatible Tesla Superchargers. Most 2026 electric vehicles still use the CCS1 port and require a NACS adapter, while the company continues to unify access to charging networks through its apps.
IONNA received the highest rating among eligible fast-charging networks in J.D. Power’s 2026 study, despite having begun operations less than two years ago. The study showed an overall improvement in the fast-charging experience, alongside declining user satisfaction with Level 2 charging.