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Volvo Cars Partners with Tesla, Bringing Enhanced Charging Infrastructure to North America

ByAlki David

Jun 28, 2023

Volvo Cars has taken a significant step towards advancing electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in North America by announcing a groundbreaking partnership with Tesla. As part of this historic collaboration, Volvo EV drivers in the region will gain access to an extensive network of 12,000 Tesla charging stations, solidifying Volvo’s commitment to providing convenient and reliable charging options for its electric vehicle owners. This announcement comes hot on the heels of similar deals struck by automotive giants Ford, GM, and Rivian, demonstrating the growing trend of collaboration within the EV industry.

In a bold move that aims to revolutionize the EV charging landscape, Volvo Cars has adopted Tesla’s charging plug standard, known as the North American Charging Standard, for its future electric vehicle lineup. Starting in 2025, all new Volvo EVs will come equipped with Tesla-style charging plugs as a standard feature. This decision highlights Volvo’s dedication to embracing existing charging infrastructure and eliminating potential barriers for its customers, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free charging experience.

The partnership between Volvo Cars and Tesla represents a significant milestone in the expansion of electric vehicle adoption. By providing Volvo drivers with access to Tesla’s extensive network of charging stations, the collaboration addresses one of the critical concerns surrounding EV ownership: charging accessibility. With an ever-growing number of charging stations across North America, Volvo EV owners can embark on their journeys with confidence, knowing that they will have access to a reliable charging infrastructure wherever their travels take them.

This recent development showcases the commitment of both Volvo Cars and Tesla to accelerating the transition to a sustainable transportation future. By joining forces, these two automotive powerhouses aim to break down barriers and streamline the electric vehicle charging experience for North American customers. The alignment of industry leaders like Volvo and Tesla sends a clear message to the market: collaboration is essential for the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, and it will continue to be a driving force behind the industry’s growth.

In conclusion, Volvo Cars’ partnership with Tesla represents a monumental leap forward in bolstering the EV charging infrastructure in North America. By offering Volvo EV drivers access to Tesla’s vast network of charging stations and adopting the North American Charging Standard, Volvo is committed to making electric vehicle ownership more accessible and convenient than ever before. This collaboration paves the way for a future where EV drivers can embark on long journeys with ease, knowing that charging stations are readily available along the way. Together, Volvo Cars and Tesla are driving the electric vehicle revolution forward, paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future.

By Alki David

Alki David — Publisher, Media Architect, SIN Network Creator - live, direct-to-public communication, media infrastructure, accountability journalism, and independent distribution. Born in Lagos, Nigeria; educated in the United Kingdom and Switzerland; attended the Royal College of Art. Early internet broadcaster — participated in real-time public coverage during the 1997 Mars landing era using experimental online transmission from Beverly Hills. Founder of FilmOn, one of the earliest global internet television networks offering live and on-demand broadcasting outside legacy gatekeepers. Publisher of SHOCKYA — reporting since 2010 on systemic corruption inside the entertainment business and its expansion into law, finance, and regulation. Creator of the SIN Network (ShockYA Integrated Network), a federated media and civic-information infrastructure spanning investigative journalism, live TV, documentary, and court-record reporting. Lived and worked for over 40 years inside global media hubs including Malibu, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong and Gstaad. Early encounter with Julian Assange during the first Hologram USA operations proved a formative turning point — exposing the realities of lawfare, information suppression, and concentrated media power. Principal complainant and driving force behind what court filings describe as the largest consolidated media–legal accountability action on record, now before the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. Relocated to Antigua & Barbuda and entered sustained legal, civic, and informational confrontation over media power, safeguarding, and accountability at Commonwealth scale.