Your next road trip may have gotten a little easier, thanks to Ford. The company launched its new Ford Charge network of DC fast chargers on Thursday, open to all compatible EVs, not just Ford vehicles.
Ford Charge unlocks fast charging access for all EVs
Over 320 Ford dealerships are opening access to their DC fast chargers to help EV drivers, regardless of their vehicle’s make or model, reach their favorite destinations.
The new network, called Ford Charge, consists of nearly 1,200 DC fast chargers across the US and Canada. All chargers are part of Ford’s BlueOval Charge Network.
As North America’s largest integrated network, Ford EV drivers have access to fast chargers within 18 miles on most major highways in the US. Ford said over 800 of its dealerships are currently providing public access to more than 3,000 DC fast chargers.
Ford’s BlueOval Charge Network includes over 200,000 public chargers. Drivers can easily find chargers on the FordPass, PlugShare, or Shell app.
The apps show charger locations, availability, and prices in real-time. You can also plan routes and charging stops for your next EV road trip.
With Plug and Charge capabilities available through Tesla Superchargers and the Electrify America network, charging on road trips is even easier than filling up your gas tank.
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If these are on-premises at dealer lots, access is likely to be limited to business hours of the dealership as most dealerships close gates after-hours. EV charger locators frequently misrepresent these as being 24-hour charge stations.
Mercedes also has a network of fast-chargers (600kw+) that is exclusively using electricity from renewable sources. These are at Buc-cees, dealerships, etc. Plan is for 2,500 charging points at a minimum of 400 locations within the current decade.
I do love it when you go to a dealership for a fast-charge and it's free. Thank you, Hyundai dealer in Houston, TX!
The company is also offering 24/7 live customer support through the new Ford Charge program. It’s available to all drivers, regardless of make or model, with a dedicated support line.
It looks like the new Ford Charge network is already being put to good use. F-150 Lightning driver Brian Roy used it to charge up while going from one campground to another.
Ford plans to continue adding chargers to the network as it works to expand public charging infrastructure in the US and Canada.
Earlier this month, we got our first look at the Ford Universal EV platform, which will underpin a series of upcoming low-cost electric vehicles. The first will be a midsize EV pickup, priced around $30,000. It’s set to enter production in 2027.
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