Dodge NACS Port, BYD Megawatt Tech of Year, $2.5B Lawsuit

Introduction

The EV charging industry closes out 2025 with significant developments as the 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona becomes Stellantis' first electric vehicle with a factory-installed NACS port for direct Tesla Supercharger access, BYD's megawatt charging technology earns Technology of the Year recognition, and environmental groups file a new lawsuit over $2.5 billion in frozen federal charging funds. At Shaffer Construction, Inc., we track these developments to help Los Angeles property owners understand the evolving charging landscape and make informed decisions about their commercial EV charger installations and residential charging solutions. This week we examine how NACS standardization continues expanding, what breakthrough charging technology means for the industry, and the ongoing federal funding disputes.

2027 Dodge Charger Daytona Gets Native NACS Port for Tesla Supercharger Access

The 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack marks a significant milestone for parent company Stellantis as its first electric vehicle with a factory-installed North American Charging Standard port, enabling direct access to over 25,000 Tesla Superchargers without an adapter. The update replaces the CCS port found on 2024-2026 models, with Dodge including a J1772-to-NACS adapter for Level 2 charging compatibility. Stellantis will share details about NACS adapter availability for existing Charger Daytona owners in Q1 2026. Source: Electrek.

The 2027 Charger Daytona Scat Pack starts at $72,495 for the coupe and $72,995 for the four-door, representing a slight decrease from last year's $75,980. Powered by a 94-kilowatt-hour battery pack rated at approximately 400 volts, the dual-motor all-wheel-drive system produces 630 horsepower with a PowerShot function boosting output to 670 horsepower for ten seconds. Estimated driving range remains at 267 miles. Beginning in early 2026, Stellantis EVs including the Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger Daytona will gain Tesla Supercharger network access across North America, expanding to Japan and South Korea in 2027. Source: InsideEVs.

For property owners installing charging infrastructure, Stellantis joining the NACS ecosystem further validates investment in NACS-compatible equipment. With BMW, Audi, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar Land Rover, Kia, Lucid, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Polestar, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo already accessing Superchargers, the industry has effectively standardized around Tesla's connector. As we discussed in our analysis of BMW's Supercharger access, properties with NACS-compatible chargers serve the broadest range of vehicles.

BYD Megawatt Charging Named Technology of the Year

BYD's Super e-Platform with megawatt charging capability has been recognized as InsideEVs' Technology of the Year for 2025, acknowledging the breakthrough that enables electric vehicles to charge from low battery to over 50 percent in under five minutes at speeds up to 1,000 kilowatts. The technology doubles the output of America's fastest DC chargers, with BYD planning to bring megawatt charging to Europe within the next 12 months. Since launch in March 2025, BYD has already deployed 500 megawatt charging stations and plans to build 15,000 units. Source: InsideEVs.

The Super e-Platform achieves its breakthrough through a 1000-volt high-voltage architecture supporting charging currents up to 1,000 amps. BYD reduced battery internal resistance by 50 percent, creating what the company describes as an ultra-high-speed ion channel from anode to cathode. The all-liquid-cooled Megawatt Flash Charging terminal system delivers maximum output capacity of 1,360 kilowatts. The Han L and Tang L became the first vehicles featuring the platform, with pre-sales beginning in China in March and production deliveries starting in April. Source: BYD.

For property owners, BYD's megawatt charging demonstrates the trajectory of charging technology development. While current U.S. infrastructure typically maxes out at 350 kilowatts for passenger vehicles, the global trend toward higher power levels signals continued evolution in charging capabilities. Shaffer Construction performs comprehensive electrical load studies that help property owners plan infrastructure capable of supporting future charging power levels as technology advances.

Environmental Groups Sue Over $2.5 Billion in Frozen Charging Funds

Sierra Club, Climate Solutions, NRDC, and Earthjustice filed a lawsuit on December 18 challenging the Trump administration's hold on $2.5 billion in federal funding through the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary Grant Program. The federal government had awarded more than 140 charging grants totaling nearly $1.8 billion to local and state agencies and tribes for community charging and transportation corridor projects, but the administration froze the vast majority of these funds. The lawsuit follows action filed earlier the same day by 16 states and the District of Columbia. Source: Earthjustice.

The CFI program was created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law with $2.5 billion appropriated over five years. Sierra Club Senior Attorney Zachary Fabish stated that the organization is suing to unlock clean energy infrastructure funds promised to communities for cleaner vehicles, cleaner air, and good jobs, noting that if Congress-approved money is not used, it disappears. This follows a May lawsuit by the same organizations challenging the administration's freeze of the $5 billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program, which resulted in a federal judge ordering release of NEVI funding and program restart in August. Source: Sierra Club.

For California property owners, the ongoing federal funding disputes highlight the importance of leveraging available state and utility programs. As we covered in our analysis of the 16-state lawsuit, LADWP, Southern California Edison, and federal tax credits through June 2026 remain available regardless of NEVI and CFI program outcomes. Properties that invest using these incentives capture benefits while the federal funding landscape remains uncertain.

Electrify America Rolls Out Dual-Cable Chargers for Tesla and Non-Tesla EVs

Electrify America has begun deploying stations capable of charging both Tesla and non-Tesla electric vehicles simultaneously without adapters. The Volkswagen Group-owned operator currently has two pilot sites in Orlando, Florida, and Waterford, Connecticut, offering both Combined Charging System and North American Charging Standard cables on the same stall. Each stall delivers up to 400 kilowatts, allowing vehicles to charge at maximum rates regardless of connector type. Source: InsideEVs.

The dual-cable approach eliminates the need for adapters and simplifies the charging experience for all EV drivers. With Tesla commanding over 50 percent of U.S. EV sales historically while non-Tesla vehicles increasingly adopt NACS for future models, the transition period requires infrastructure serving both connector types. Electrify America's network includes more than 5,000 stalls at over 1,080 locations in the U.S. and Canada, making it the second-largest DC fast-charging network behind Tesla's Superchargers.

For commercial property owners evaluating DC fast charging installations, dual-cable capability represents the most future-proof approach. While Level 2 destination charging typically uses J1772 connectors compatible with all vehicles through adapters, DC fast charging has historically required choosing between CCS and NACS. Equipment offering both connectors ensures properties can serve the entire EV market during and after the transition to NACS standardization.

2025 Year in Review: Record Charging Infrastructure Growth

The U.S. EV charging industry is on track to add 16,700 new fast-charging ports in 2025, representing a 19 percent year-over-year increase and countering narratives that deployment has slowed despite federal funding disputes. At this pace, the country will surpass 100,000 public fast-charging ports by 2027. The number of available DC fast chargers increased 35 percent year-over-year comparing August 2025 to August 2024, with the industry adding approximately 45 new stalls daily. Source: InsideEVs.

Key 2025 developments included major new entrants in the fast-charging market. IONNA, the joint venture between eight automakers, invested billions toward its goal of 30,000 charging bays by 2030, relying on private capital rather than federal funds. Mercedes-Benz launched high-power charging networks offering premium customer experiences, and Walmart began rolling out branded charging stations beyond its existing Electrify America partnership. Rising utilization rates marked a significant milestone, with many stations in major markets like San Francisco and Los Angeles seeing rates as high as 80 percent compared to the 15 to 20 percent industry benchmark for break-even.

For Los Angeles property owners, the 2025 record deployment demonstrates continued private investment in charging infrastructure regardless of federal policy uncertainty. Properties with charging capabilities join an expanding ecosystem while serving a growing EV driver population projected to reach 33 million vehicles by 2030. The high utilization rates in California markets validate strong local demand for charging access.

What These Developments Mean for Los Angeles Property Owners

This week's developments highlight several important themes for property owners evaluating charging infrastructure investments. The 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona becoming Stellantis' first vehicle with native NACS further validates the industry's consolidation around Tesla's connector standard. Properties installing NACS-compatible equipment position themselves to serve virtually all new EVs entering the market.

BYD's megawatt charging recognition as Technology of the Year demonstrates the global trajectory toward dramatically faster charging. While current U.S. infrastructure operates at lower power levels, planning for future upgrades ensures properties remain competitive as vehicle capabilities advance.

The environmental groups' lawsuit over $2.5 billion in frozen CFI funds joins the states' action over NEVI funding, creating continued uncertainty around federal support. However, California state programs and utility rebates remain available, enabling property owners to capture incentives regardless of federal outcomes.

Electrify America's dual-cable chargers offering both CCS and NACS represent the most inclusive approach during the connector transition. As 2025 closes with record deployment despite policy headwinds, the charging industry demonstrates resilience through private investment and market demand.

Conclusion

As 2025 closes, the EV charging industry demonstrates both innovation and resilience. The 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona's native NACS port continues the industry's standardization trend, BYD's megawatt charging breakthrough points toward dramatically faster charging futures, and environmental groups join states in challenging federal funding freezes. Despite policy uncertainty, the industry is on track for 16,700 new fast-charging ports in 2025 with 19 percent growth. For Los Angeles property owners, these trends reinforce the strategic value of investing in EV charging infrastructure while utility rebate programs remain available and before charging access becomes a standard expectation rather than a competitive differentiator.

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

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