A consortium of electric vehicle (EV) charger manufacturers and operators has voiced its concerns regarding Texas’ proposal to mandate the incorporation of Tesla technology into charging stations. In a letter to the Texas Transportation Commission, the group, including companies such as ChargePoint Holdings and ABB, along with a clean energy association, requested more time to properly re-engineer and test Tesla’s connectors. The consortium argues that Texas’ plan poses a risk to the successful roll-out of the initial phase of federal funds. These organizations are also considering approaching the federal government with their concerns. While Texas and Washington have announced their intent to include Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) alongside the Combined Charging Standard (CCS) in electrifying state highways, industry standards organization SAE International aims to establish a universal Tesla charging connector configuration within the next six months. The adoption of NACS by major automakers, including Ford Motor, General Motors, and Rivian Automotive, has bolstered Tesla’s position in the charging technology market. However, industry players remain apprehensive about the compatibility and potential cost implications of having both standards available. The charging companies emphasize the need to address various technical aspects and ensure a robust supply chain for NACS connectors. Tesla’s Superchargers currently represent the majority of fast chargers in the US, and agreements with other automakers and charging companies will grant non-Tesla users access to its extensive charging network. Nonetheless, the issue of standardization and certification remains unresolved.
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