EVgo Opens First Tesla Superchargers in Chicago, Plans Hundreds More
The initial site features 12 stalls with Magic Dock technology, allowing NACS and CCS vehicles to charge without adapters.
EVgo has activated its first Tesla Supercharger station in a Chicago grocery store parking lot, marking the beginning of a broader rollout that plans to add hundreds of stalls across the United States.
What Happened
The new site, located at Riverside Square & River’s Edge at 3145 S Ashland Avenue, consists of 12 fast-charging stalls. These units, branded as “EVgo Superchargers,” offer both NACS and CCS plugs via Magic Dock technology, enabling drivers to charge without adapters. While EVgo’s August announcement referenced speeds up to 500 kW, these initial stalls operate at 325 kW. Under the partnership, EVgo owns and self-brands the infrastructure, while Tesla is responsible for running and maintaining the hardware. The first locations are situated at Regency Centers shopping plazas, with future sites also planned for similar retail environments.
Why It Matters
This expansion significantly broadens the charging landscape for EV owners by merging two major networks. Non-Tesla drivers can now initiate charging sessions at these sites through the Tesla app, while Tesla owners see the stations appear in their native navigation and Trip Planner tools. EVgo CEO Badar Khan stated that serving both Tesla and non-Tesla NACS drivers effectively doubles EVgo’s addressable market. Additionally, EVgo continues to integrate NACS plugs into its existing fast-charging network, aiming for 500 such stalls by the end of 2026 and ensuring at least one NACS plug at every EVgo site built since 2023 within the next two years.
The Bottom Line
EVgo’s first Tesla Supercharger site is operational in Chicago, establishing a model where EVgo owns the assets and Tesla maintains them, with plans to expand this hybrid network to hundreds of locations nationwide.
