In addition to adopting the NACS connector hardware, BMW Group has plans to update software, allowing owners to locate available Superchargers using their vehicle’s display and facilitating payments through their respective vehicle brand’s app.
Notably, BMW Group’s decision to adopt NACS is separate from its initiative to establish a new high-powered EV charging network in North America. Collaborating with six other automakers, the company intends to install new chargers in metropolitan areas and along major highways. These chargers will be accessible to drivers of all battery electric vehicles using either CCS or NACS charging standards.
The trend of automakers transitioning to NACS is becoming increasingly widespread, with most major players in North America expected to provide access to Tesla’s Supercharger network as early as the next year. This shift reflects the industry’s recognition of the importance of offering compatibility to enhance the convenience of EV ownership.
