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Pilot Travel Centers LLC, General Motors and EVgo Make Convenient, Accessible Charging a Reality with Opening of First Stations in Coast-to-Coast EV Charging Network
At least 25 locations offering 100 fast charging stalls by end of year; approximately 200 locations targeted by end of 2024Pilot and Flying J travel centers
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[{"type":"text","content":"At least 25 locations offering 100 fast charging stalls by end of year; approximately 200 locations targeted by end of 2024Pilot and Flying J travel centers feature 24/7 amenities, including 350kW chargers, onsite staff monitoring and moreNetwork designed to improve range confidence and enable nationwide EV road travelKNOXVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pilot Travel Centers LLC, General Motors (NYSE: GM) and EVgo Inc. (NASDAQ: EVGO) today announced the opening of the first 17 locations of their previously announced national electric vehicle fast charging network. Now available in 13 states, the network features an elevated charging experience, providing EV travelers access to the same amenities offered at existing Pilot and Flying J travel center locations.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\"EV drivers are eager for a better charging experience and to have more charging locations along America's most traveled corridors. These new charging locations and the many more to come, will be critical for improving range confidence,\" said Adam Wright, Pilot Travel Centers LLC chief executive officer. \"As interest in EVs continues to grow, we believe our network can be a catalyst to getting more EV drivers on the road.\"\nPilot Travel Centers LLC, GM, and EVgo, along with multiple public agencies and utilities, have worked together to grow the nation's public fast charging infrastructure, creating a model for how public-private collaboration can make measurable progress in accelerating broader access to EV charging. The three industry leaders have worked to provide current and future EV drivers with a thoughtful, practical and accessible charging experience for long distance travel. \nMany locations throughout the network offer a variety of 24/7 amenities, products and services, including:\nMultiple fast charging stalls at each site, with chargers capable of delivering up to 350kW.Canopies to help protect drivers from the elements during charging.Pull-through charging stalls to accommodate EV towing.Centrally located chargers in well-lit areas, monitored around-the-clock by onsite staff.Access to restrooms, food and beverage options, and free Wi-Fi.Plug and Charge compatibility for a streamlined charging experience.A seamless digital user experience has also been built into this network — EV travelers will be able to easily find avai...