EV Charging Infrastructure Update: NEVI Milestones, Tesla Record Expansion, and Growing Infrastructure Demands
Introduction
The electric vehicle charging landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, with significant developments emerging almost daily. As a leading electrical contractor specializing in EV charger installation in Los Angeles, Shaffer Construction, Inc. stays at the forefront of these industry changes to better serve our clients. This week has brought particularly exciting news from across the nation—from federal infrastructure milestones to groundbreaking charging technology and network expansion that’s reshaping how Americans power their electric vehicles. Understanding these developments is crucial for property owners, businesses, and municipalities considering EV charging infrastructure investments. In this comprehensive overview, we’ll examine five major stories from the past week that highlight where the industry is heading and what they mean for your EV charging projects in Southern California and beyond.
Federal NEVI Program Gains Momentum Nationwide
The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, a $5 billion federal initiative to build EV charging stations across the United States, has overcome recent political hurdles and is now firmly back on track. Despite attempts by the Trump administration to suspend the program earlier this year, states across the nation are moving forward with ambitious charging station deployments. Currently, 61 charging ports are already operational under the program, with an impressive 2,500 more in the planning stages. States like Wisconsin, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania are leading the charge, with Kentucky having awarded contracts for 46 fast-charging stations.
This federal support represents a critical turning point for EV infrastructure development. The NEVI program aims to create a seamless network of charging stations along interstate highways, making long-distance EV travel practical for all Americans. For businesses and property owners in Los Angeles, this national trend signals growing consumer confidence in EVs and increasing demand for charging infrastructure. While NEVI focuses on highway corridors, the ripple effect drives demand for destination charging at commercial properties, multifamily residences, and workplaces throughout urban areas.
At Shaffer Construction, we help clients navigate the evolving landscape of federal, state, and local EV charging incentives. While NEVI primarily targets highway charging, California offers numerous complementary programs for urban and destination charging installations. Our team stays current with all available funding opportunities and can guide you through application processes, ensuring your project maximizes available financial support while meeting all technical and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re installing a single Level 2 charger or planning a complete fast-charging hub, understanding the broader infrastructure context helps ensure your investment aligns with emerging national standards and consumer expectations.
Pennsylvania Becomes First State to Achieve NEVI Full Build-Out Certification
In a historic milestone for electric vehicle infrastructure, Pennsylvania became the first state in the nation to receive “Full Build-Out Certification” under the NEVI program. This certification, granted on September 22, 2025, came after Pennsylvania successfully opened its 20th NEVI-funded fast charging station on October 3. Pennsylvania now has the most operational NEVI-funded charging stations of any state, demonstrating what’s possible when state government, private sector partners, and utility companies work together effectively.
The certification unlocks significant new opportunities for Pennsylvania, enabling the state to apply NEVI funds beyond interstate highways to include connections with other transportation corridors and communities. PennDOT anticipates that up to $20 million in additional funding will be available to support around two dozen projects covering approximately 1,000 miles of roadway. This expanded scope allows for more comprehensive coverage, including underserved rural areas and urban neighborhoods where destination charging is most needed.
Pennsylvania’s success provides a valuable blueprint for California and other states pursuing similar goals. The key lessons include strong coordination between state agencies and private installers, standardized technical specifications, and streamlined permitting processes. For Los Angeles property owners and businesses, Pennsylvania’s achievement reinforces the importance of acting now to install EV charging infrastructure. As California continues its own aggressive push toward electrification—with the state’s 2035 ban on new gas-powered vehicle sales approaching—early adopters will benefit from available incentives and establish themselves as EV-friendly destinations before market saturation occurs.
Shaffer Construction brings the technical expertise and regulatory knowledge needed to ensure your California EV charging installation meets or exceeds both state and federal standards. Our comprehensive approach includes site assessment, electrical capacity evaluation, permitting assistance, installation, and ongoing maintenance support. We understand the unique requirements of California’s Title 24 building codes and can design systems that accommodate future expansion as EV adoption accelerates throughout the Los Angeles region.
Tesla Shatters Records with 4,000 New Supercharger Stalls in Q3 2025
Tesla achieved a historic milestone in Q3 2025, opening 4,000 new Supercharger stalls worldwide—the largest quarterly increase in the company’s history. This represents significant acceleration from earlier in the year, when Tesla opened 2,200 stalls in Q1 and approximately 2,900 stalls in Q2. The expansion brought Tesla’s global network to over 70,000 Superchargers, maintaining its position as the world’s largest fast-charging network with 18% year-over-year growth.
Network usage also reached unprecedented levels during Q3, with Tesla averaging 587,000 charging sessions per day worldwide—nearly triple the volume from just two and a half years ago. The third quarter saw 54 million total charging sessions globally, representing a 31% year-over-year increase. This dramatic growth in both infrastructure and utilization demonstrates the virtuous cycle of EV adoption: more chargers enable more EV sales, which drives demand for additional charging infrastructure.
For non-Tesla EV owners, this expansion is equally significant. Tesla has been opening its Supercharger network to other electric vehicle brands, dramatically expanding fast-charging options for all EV drivers. This interoperability trend reflects the broader industry shift toward standardized charging protocols, making it easier for businesses and property owners to invest in charging infrastructure that serves the widest possible customer base.
While Tesla’s Supercharger network focuses primarily on high-speed travel charging along major corridors, the company’s success highlights the critical importance of reliable, well-maintained charging infrastructure. At Shaffer Construction, we apply these same principles to destination charging installations for commercial properties, multifamily housing, and workplace environments throughout Los Angeles. Our installations emphasize reliability, user-friendly design, and future scalability—ensuring your charging infrastructure delivers positive experiences that keep EV drivers returning to your property. Whether you need Level 2 chargers for overnight or workplace charging, or DC fast chargers for quick top-ups, we design systems tailored to your specific use case and customer needs.
Tesla Launches First 500 kW V4 Supercharger Station
In late September 2025, Tesla activated its first full V4 Supercharger station featuring both next-generation stalls and cabinet infrastructure capable of delivering up to 500 kW of charging power. Located in Redwood City, California, this groundbreaking installation represents a major leap forward in charging speed and efficiency. While only Tesla’s Cybertruck can currently utilize the full 500 kW capacity, the technology sets a new benchmark for what’s possible in electric vehicle charging.
The V4 Supercharger system offers several technical advantages beyond raw charging speed. Each V4 cabinet can support up to eight charging stalls—double the capacity of previous V3 systems—while delivering three times the power density and reducing deployment costs. This improved efficiency makes large-scale charging installations more economically viable, which should accelerate network expansion nationwide. For Cybertruck owners, the new stations can charge from 0-80% in approximately 35 minutes, making long-distance travel nearly as convenient as refueling a conventional vehicle.
Tesla plans to make these high-power V4 chargers available to non-Tesla vehicles in the future, which will benefit the entire EV ecosystem. As other automakers develop vehicles capable of accepting higher charging rates, the V4 network will provide the infrastructure to support them. This technological progression illustrates the rapid pace of innovation in EV charging—installations designed just a few years ago may already be approaching obsolescence as vehicles become capable of faster charging.
For property owners and businesses considering EV charging infrastructure, this highlights the importance of future-proofing your investment. At Shaffer Construction, we design electrical systems with capacity headroom to accommodate faster charging equipment as technology evolves. Our installations include properly sized conduit, wiring, and panel capacity to support equipment upgrades without requiring complete electrical system overhauls. We also advise clients on emerging standards like the North American Charging Standard (NACS), helping ensure your infrastructure investment remains relevant and valuable for years to come. Whether you’re installing chargers for employee use, customer amenities, or tenant services, we build systems designed to adapt as charging technology continues advancing.
EV Numbers Surge While Infrastructure Struggles to Keep Pace
According to a comprehensive report released in early October 2025, the number of electric vehicles on U.S. roads has reached a new high of 6.5 million, representing 2.25% of all vehicles. However, the charging infrastructure is struggling to keep pace, with currently 217,929 public charging outlets serving those 6.5 million EVs—a ratio of 30 EVs per public charging port. The report highlights a critical gap: more than 1 million additional public chargers are required to meet necessary infrastructure estimates for 2030, which translates to installing 513 chargers per day through the end of the decade.
The geographic distribution of EV adoption remains highly concentrated, with California leading at 22.9% of new vehicle registrations being electric, followed by Colorado at 20.5%. Nine states plus the District of Columbia have surpassed 10% EV registration rates, while many other states lag significantly behind. This regional variation creates both challenges and opportunities—early-adopter states like California need rapid infrastructure buildout to support existing and near-term EV growth, while other regions can learn from these experiences as their EV markets develop.
The infrastructure gap is particularly acute in certain contexts. While highway fast-charging receives significant attention and NEVI funding, destination charging at workplaces, multifamily housing, and commercial properties remains underdeveloped in many areas. Survey data shows that most EV charging occurs at home, but the 30-40% of Americans who live in multifamily housing often lack access to home charging, making workplace and public destination charging critical for these potential EV buyers.
This infrastructure challenge represents an opportunity for forward-thinking property owners and businesses in Los Angeles. Installing EV charging infrastructure now positions your property as EV-ready, attracting environmentally conscious tenants, customers, and employees. For multifamily properties, offering charging can command rent premiums and reduce vacancy rates. For retail and hospitality businesses, charging stations increase dwell time and customer loyalty. For employers, workplace charging is an increasingly expected amenity for recruiting and retaining top talent.
Shaffer Construction specializes in helping Los Angeles property owners capitalize on this infrastructure gap. We conduct thorough site assessments to determine optimal charger placement, quantity, and power levels based on your property type and expected usage patterns. Our installations comply with all California requirements, including accessibility standards, utility interconnection protocols, and building codes. We also provide ongoing maintenance and support to ensure your charging infrastructure remains operational and continues meeting user needs as demand grows. From initial consultation through final commissioning and beyond, we’re your partner in creating EV charging solutions that deliver lasting value.
Conclusion
The past week’s developments in EV charging infrastructure paint a clear picture: electric vehicles are transitioning from niche to mainstream, and the charging infrastructure is racing to keep up. From Pennsylvania’s historic NEVI certification to Tesla’s record-breaking network expansion and groundbreaking 500 kW charging technology, the industry is experiencing unprecedented growth and innovation. Yet significant challenges remain, with infrastructure development still lagging behind the rapid increase in EV adoption.
For property owners, businesses, and municipalities in Los Angeles, these national trends have direct local implications. California continues leading the nation in EV adoption, and Los Angeles represents one of the largest and fastest-growing EV markets in the country. The infrastructure gap identified in recent reports is both a challenge and an opportunity—those who act now to install quality charging infrastructure will establish competitive advantages that grow stronger as EV adoption accelerates toward California’s 2035 gasoline vehicle phase-out.
At Shaffer Construction, Inc., we bring decades of electrical contracting expertise to every EV charger installation project. Our team stays current with the latest technology, regulations, and best practices, ensuring your infrastructure investment is built right the first time. We understand the unique challenges of Los Angeles installations, from working with local utilities like LADWP to navigating city permitting requirements and managing projects in occupied buildings with minimal disruption.
Whether you’re considering your first EV charger installation or planning to expand existing infrastructure, now is the time to act. Available incentives, growing demand, and rapidly evolving technology all favor early adopters who invest thoughtfully in quality installations designed for long-term value. Contact Shaffer Construction, Inc. today at 323-642-8509, email us at [hello@shaffercon.com](mailto:hello@shaffercon.com), or visit shaffercon.com to learn how we can help you navigate the exciting world of EV charging infrastructure. Together, we’ll build the foundation for Los Angeles’s electric future—one charger at a time.