How High-Speed Charging, Pull-Thrus, & Smart Partnerships Are Supercharging EVgo's Success - CleanTechnica

The article highlights EVgo’s successful strategy in rapidly expanding its electric vehicle (EV) charging network by focusing on high-speed infrastructure, strategic partnerships, and user-friendly technology. EVgo’s “eXtend” model, where partners own the hardware and EVgo operates it, has driven significant growth, with the number of eXtend stalls doubling to 1,070 by the end of 2025 and the total network reaching 5,100 operational stalls. The company is also targeting expansion into local retail locations like Kroger in 2026, emphasizing convenience and accessibility for EV drivers. Technologically, EVgo is positioning itself as a leader in ultra-fast charging, surpassing Tesla in charging speed by deploying 350 kW chargers nationwide, compared to Tesla’s predominant 250 kW V3 Superchargers. They are also adopting Tesla’s NACS (J3400) connectors to future-proof their network. Innovations like Autocharge+, which enables seamless plug-and-charge sessions without app interaction