EVgo opens first Supercharger station near downtown Chicago

EVgo Inc. inaugurated its inaugural Supercharger station in close proximity to downtown Chicago on Tuesday, signaling the commencement of a projected expansion of numerous charging bays throughout its network, as stated in a press release. The facility boasts 12 charging points, equipped with Magic Dock technology, enabling both NACS and CCS vehicles to charge without necessitating a personal adapter.

The site is located at a grocery-oriented property owned by Regency Centers. The establishment caters to both Tesla and non-Tesla vehicles with NACS connectors. EVgo anticipates deploying further Supercharger stations at analogous retail venues that provide access to grocery shopping and dining. Badar Khan, EVgo's CEO, remarked that the opening of its first EVgo Supercharger marks a significant step in expanding their customer base while endorsing the EV industry's migration to NACS.

EVgo initiated the deployment of NACS connectors on its network in 2025 and projects to achieve 500 NACS stalls nationwide by the end of this year, independently of its Supercharger rollout. The company aims to install NACS connectors at all 2023 model and newer sites within two years. Supercharger stations are accessible via Tesla’s Trip Planner and in-car navigation system.

EVgo locations featuring NACS-equipped charging bays started appearing in Tesla’s in-car navigation in early September. Illinois witnessed a near 60% surge in electric vehicle registrations over the past two years, as per data from the Illinois Secretary of State as of September 15, 2026. EVgo operates over 1,200 fast charging stations in 47 states.

The Supercharger expansion is part of EVgo's strategy to cater to the escalating NACS customer base alongside network enhancements and the development of the next-generation charging architecture.