Georgia NEVI Funding, Stellantis Supercharger Access, Ultra-Fast Charging

Introduction

As December 2025 begins, the EV charging industry continues its remarkable expansion with significant developments in federal funding, automaker network access, and charging technology innovation. At Shaffer Construction, Inc., we monitor these developments to help Los Angeles property owners make strategic decisions about their commercial EV charger installations and residential charging solutions. This week brings particularly notable news, from Georgia's substantial NEVI funding awards to Stellantis joining the growing list of automakers with Tesla Supercharger access, plus groundbreaking advances in ultra-fast charging technology that could reshape expectations for how quickly EVs can be recharged.

Georgia Awards $24.4 Million in NEVI Funding for 26 Charging Locations

The Georgia Department of Transportation announced that the Georgia State Transportation Board approved Best Value Awards for the second round of the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program at its November 20, 2025 meeting. The state is awarding more than $24.4 million in NEVI funds to 26 locations through public-private partnerships that will support the construction and operation of new, federally compliant fast-charging stations along Georgia's Alternative Fuel Corridors. Source: Georgia DOT.

Georgia was allocated approximately $135 million from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to support the national EV charging network, with NEVI funds covering up to 80 percent of project costs while private-sector partners cover the remaining share. This public-private partnership model has proven effective in accelerating deployment while ensuring private investment and operational expertise complement federal funding. The approved projects will add reliable fast-charging infrastructure along key travel corridors, making EV travel more practical for drivers traversing the Southeast.

For property owners in Los Angeles, Georgia's progress demonstrates how states continue advancing EV infrastructure deployment despite earlier uncertainty about federal funding. As we discussed in our analysis of NEVI funding implications for Los Angeles, the program's revival following the 2025 freeze has reinvigorated charging deployment nationwide. California's own NEVI Deployment Plan was approved on September 10, 2025, and the state continues advancing through multiple award rounds. Nearly 84 percent of the original $5 billion in federal NEVI funding remains available for qualified projects, creating ongoing opportunities for property owners to pursue grant-supported installations. Shaffer Construction helps clients navigate funding requirements and prepare grant-ready project documentation.

Stellantis Adopts NACS Standard for Tesla Supercharger Access

Stellantis, the parent company of Jeep, Ram, Chrysler, Dodge, and Fiat, announced it will adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for select battery-electric vehicles in North America, Japan, and South Korea. This decision grants Stellantis vehicles access to more than 28,000 Tesla Superchargers across these regions, with availability beginning in early 2026 for North American markets and 2027 for Japan and South Korea. Source: The Buzz EV News.

Stellantis joins virtually every major automaker in adopting NACS, which has become the de facto charging standard in North America. Ford, General Motors, Rivian, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Hyundai, Kia, Honda, and numerous others have already announced NACS adoption, giving their customers access to Tesla's extensive and reliable Supercharger network. The near-universal adoption of NACS simplifies the charging experience for EV drivers and eliminates concerns about connector compatibility that plagued the early years of EV adoption.

For commercial property owners considering EV charger installations, the NACS standardization trend provides clarity for equipment decisions. Properties that install NACS-compatible chargers can serve the growing population of vehicles equipped with this connector, while adapter availability ensures continued compatibility with vehicles using the older Combined Charging System (CCS) standard. As we noted in our guide to EV charger installations in 2025, the convergence on NACS simplifies equipment selection and ensures installations remain relevant as the vehicle fleet evolves.

Tesla Completes World's Largest Supercharger at Lost Hills, California

Tesla has officially completed and opened all 168 stalls at its Lost Hills, California Supercharger station, making it the world's largest Supercharger location. Known internally as Project Oasis, the station spans 30 acres and opened just before the Thanksgiving holiday travel period. The site initially opened with 84 stalls in July 2025 before reaching full capacity in November. Source: Teslarati.

What makes this installation particularly significant is its sustainability profile. Tesla powers the entire 168-stall station with 11 megawatts of on-site solar capacity feeding into 10 Megapack batteries with 39 megawatt-hours of energy storage. This configuration allows the station to operate largely independently of the electrical grid during daylight hours while storing excess energy for overnight charging demand. The approach demonstrates how large-scale charging infrastructure can be deployed even in locations where grid capacity might otherwise be limiting.

The Lost Hills station sits along Interstate 5 between Los Angeles and the Bay Area, one of the most heavily traveled corridors in California. For Los Angeles property owners, this installation showcases the scale and sophistication that charging infrastructure can achieve. While few commercial properties require 168 charging stalls, the underlying principles of combining solar generation with battery storage can apply at smaller scales. Properties with limited electrical capacity can potentially support more chargers by adding solar canopies and battery buffers. Shaffer Construction performs comprehensive electrical load studies to help property owners understand their current capacity and identify creative solutions for expanding charging capability without costly utility service upgrades.

Ultra-Fast Charging Breakthroughs Promise 400 Kilometers in 5 Minutes

The race for faster charging continues accelerating, with manufacturers announcing breakthrough technologies that could dramatically reduce charging times. In March 2025, BYD unveiled its Super-e platform claiming to deliver approximately 400 kilometers (about 250 miles) of range in just 5 minutes of charging. This remarkable speed is enabled by next-generation silicon carbide power chips, comprehensive liquid cooling systems, and 1,000-volt electrical architecture. Source: MotorWatt.

CATL, the world's largest battery manufacturer, followed in April 2025 with the second generation of its Shenxing battery, offering even higher charging speeds. These advances represent a fundamental shift in what EV drivers can expect from charging sessions. According to McKinsey analysis, ultra-fast charging technology advancements in 2025 could reduce charging times by up to 80 percent compared to just three years ago. The practical impact for drivers is approaching the convenience threshold of gasoline refueling, removing one of the remaining psychological barriers to EV adoption.

On the infrastructure side, Siemens unveiled SICHARGE FLEX in October 2025, a megawatt-era DC charging system capable of delivering between 480 kilowatts and 1.68 megawatts with dynamic power distribution and modular dispensers. While initially designed for highway and depot applications serving heavy-duty vehicles, this technology platform signals where the entire charging industry is heading. Source: Green Mountain Energy.

For property owners, these developments reinforce the importance of installing charging infrastructure with future-proofing in mind. While current Level 2 chargers remain appropriate for workplace and residential applications where vehicles park for extended periods, commercial properties serving transient visitors may increasingly need DC fast charging capabilities. Electrical infrastructure installed today should anticipate higher power requirements as charging technology continues advancing. Shaffer Construction designs installations with appropriate conduit sizing and electrical capacity to accommodate future equipment upgrades.

Canada Commits $10 Million for EV Infrastructure and Innovation

On December 1, 2025, the Government of Canada committed $10 million CAD to expand EV infrastructure and support innovation. The funding will install up to 1,190 new EV chargers across the country and back the University of New Brunswick's research project aimed at reducing costs and improving performance of electric motors for EVs. This investment reflects continued government commitment to EV adoption even as some other jurisdictions reduce their support. Source: IEA Global EV Outlook.

While Canada's investment may seem distant from Los Angeles property owners, it illustrates the broader global trend of governments continuing to support EV infrastructure despite political headwinds in some quarters. The International Energy Agency's Global EV Outlook 2025 projects the global EV charging infrastructure market growing from $31.1 billion in 2025 to $113.4 billion by 2032, a compound annual growth rate of 20.3 percent. Within the European Union, 11 of 27 countries saw their public charging networks increase by more than 50 percent in 2024.

This global investment wave creates manufacturing scale economies that benefit all markets, including the United States. As charging equipment becomes more commoditized and competition intensifies, property owners benefit from lower equipment costs and improved reliability. The market dynamics favor property owners who invest now while incentive programs remain available and before contractor availability becomes constrained by rising demand.

Interoperability Agreements Simplify Multi-Network Charging

The charging experience continues improving as major networks formalize interoperability agreements. Electrify America, EVgo, and ChargePoint have all signed cross-network agreements allowing drivers to charge across all three networks using a single account without additional fees or separate registrations. This development follows years of frustration for EV drivers who needed multiple accounts and apps to access different charging networks. Source: Digital Trends.

These three networks collectively operate between 4,375 and 5,228 ports each, making them roughly comparable in size after Tesla's dominant 34,700-plus stall network. Together with Tesla's Supercharger network now open to non-Tesla vehicles, American EV drivers have access to a largely unified charging ecosystem that more closely resembles the gasoline station experience. The practical benefit for drivers is reduced friction when traveling and charging away from home.

For property owners, this network consolidation validates the importance of choosing reliable, well-supported charging equipment that integrates smoothly with major networks. Properties that install networked chargers connected to established platforms benefit from the roaming agreements, potentially attracting drivers from any major network. Shaffer Construction advises clients on network options and helps select equipment that balances functionality, reliability, and ongoing operational costs.

What These Developments Mean for Los Angeles Property Owners

This week's news reinforces several key themes for property owners evaluating EV charging investments. The continued flow of NEVI funding, with Georgia's $24.4 million award joining California's ongoing deployment, demonstrates that federal support for charging infrastructure remains active despite earlier uncertainty. Stellantis joining the NACS standard means virtually every major automaker's vehicles can now access Tesla Superchargers, further validating the network standardization that simplifies equipment decisions.

Tesla's completion of the 168-stall Lost Hills Supercharger, powered entirely by on-site solar and battery storage, showcases innovative approaches to deploying large-scale charging in locations where grid capacity might otherwise be limiting. The ultra-fast charging breakthroughs from BYD, CATL, and Siemens signal that charging speeds will continue improving, making DC fast charging increasingly practical for short-stop commercial applications.

California remains the national leader in EV adoption, with over two million registered electric vehicles and 23 percent of new vehicle sales being electric. Properties without charging capabilities face growing competitive disadvantage as the EV driver population expands. The combination of utility incentives, state programs like the California Energy Commission's $111 million in recent allocations, and the federal Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit available through June 2026 creates a favorable window for investment.

Conclusion

From Georgia's $24.4 million NEVI funding award to Stellantis gaining access to 28,000 Tesla Superchargers, this week's developments confirm the EV charging industry's continued momentum as 2025 concludes. Tesla's completion of the world's largest Supercharger at Lost Hills demonstrates the scale and sustainability sophistication that charging infrastructure can achieve, while ultra-fast charging breakthroughs from BYD and Siemens promise dramatically reduced charging times in coming years. For Los Angeles property owners, these trends underscore the strategic importance of investing in EV charging infrastructure while incentive programs remain available and the market continues expanding.

Ready to explore EV charging options for your Los Angeles property? Contact Shaffer Construction, Inc. for a complimentary site assessment and expert guidance on the right charging solution for your needs.

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