Hyundai has made a groundbreaking announcement: from the first quarter of 2025, owners of Hyundai electric vehicles will receive free NACS adapters (North American Charging Standard). This measure will enable access to over 20.000 Tesla Superchargers in the USA and Canada - a significant step towards a standardized charging infrastructure.
Free NACS adapter for Hyundai owners
Hyundai owners can look forward to a significant improvement in their charging options. The free NACS adapters are available to both current and new owners who have registered their vehicles before the January 31, 2025 purchase or lease.
The following models qualify:
- KONA Electric, IONIQ Hatchback, IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6 (model year 2024 and older)
- Models of the year 2025 such as the IONIQ 5 N, IONIQ 6 and the new KONA Electric
From 2025, some models, including the IONIQ 5directly with NACS connections equipped. This completely eliminates the need for an adapter for these vehicles.
Extended charging options for Hyundai drivers
The NACS adapter gives Hyundai owners access to a comprehensive network:
- Via 38,000 DC fast charging stationsincluding Tesla Superchargers and CCS charging infrastructure
- Faster and more convenient charging options that significantly improve the everyday usability of Hyundai electric vehicles
Goal: Standardized charging infrastructure
The introduction of the NACS standard is part of the efforts to EV charging infrastructure in North America. According to Olabisi Boyle, Senior Vice President of Hyundai Motor North America, the new adapters are intended to transition to electric vehicles easier:
"We have listened to our customers and understand that a seamless charging experience is crucial. With NACS adapters and new models with NACS connectors, we want to further improve the experience for EV drivers."
The US government supports this development, as the NACS standard helps to simplify and optimize the national charging network.
Conclusion: Hyundai makes Tesla Supercharger accessible
With this initiative, Hyundai is demonstrating that collaboration within the EV industry is crucial to the promotion of electric mobility is. Owners of Hyundai electric vehicles will benefit from a significantly expanded charging infrastructure and an improved user experience. It remains to be seen whether similar programs will be introduced in other markets such as Europe.
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