The electric vehicle market continues to evolve as Hyundai announces a significant development for its EV owners. Starting in early 2025, Hyundai will offer complimentary NACS (North American Charging Standard) adapters, facilitating access to Tesla Superchargers for its range of electric vehicles. This initiative will allow Hyundai EV drivers to expand their charging options significantly.
Eligibility for the Adapter
Hyundai has made sure that the offer is inclusive, providing the NACS adapter to a broad array of its U.S.-market electric vehicles. The list includes models such as the Hyundai Kona Electric (2018-2025), Hyundai Ioniq Electric (2017-2022), Hyundai Ioniq 5 (2022-2024), Hyundai Ioniq 5 N (2025), and the Hyundai Ioniq 6 (2023-2025). This move highlights Hyundai's commitment to ensuring that a wide range of their customers can benefit from this expanded charging access.
Genesis Joins the Program
Hyundai's luxury brand, Genesis, is also taking part in this program. Although specific details are yet to be disclosed, Genesis owners can expect similar benefits when it comes to accessing Tesla's extensive Supercharger network. This inclusion further underscores Hyundai's strategy to enhance the charging infrastructure available to all its electric vehicle customers.
Comparison with Kia's Approach
Interestingly, Hyundai's approach differs from that of its corporate cousin, Kia. While Kia is offering a NACS-to-CCS adapter for select models like the EV6 and EV9, it has not extended this offer to all its EVs. Furthermore, Kia's initiative is limited to vehicles delivered after a specific date, whereas Hyundai's program is more comprehensive and inclusive.
A Step Towards Universal Charging Access
This development marks an important step towards more universal charging access for electric vehicles. By offering these adapters at no cost, Hyundai is not only enhancing the convenience for its EV owners but also contributing to the broader adoption of electric vehicles by making charging more accessible. As more manufacturers consider similar initiatives, the landscape of EV charging infrastructure is set to become increasingly user-friendly and interconnected.
Zdroj: Greencarreports