Walmart hits major milestone in electric vehicle charger rollout
Walmart Inc. is making progress in its commitment to add electric vehicle charging stations to thousands of stores coast to coast by 2030.
The discount giant recently opened its 100th company-owned and operated electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging site at the Walmart Supercenter in Monument, Colo. Company-owned EV chargers are now available at 100 stores across 20 states.
Charging stalls are located steps from the store, and the charging experience is integrated into the Walmart app. Most Walmart EV charging locations feature eight to 16 fast-charging stalls, with chargers capable of delivering up to 400 kW of power.
Featuring both combined charging system (CCS) and North American charging standard (NACS) connectors, Walmart says the network is compatible with most EVs on the road today.
“When a customer pulls into a Walmart to charge, we want the experience to feel as reliable and effortless as the rest of their shopping trip,” said Adam Happel, GM, Walmart retail EV charging. “We're proud to reach 100 sites, but our focus remains on building a network customers can count on every time they charge with us.”
Members of the Walmart+ paid membership program will receive discounted charging rates for additional savings. Customers can start and pay for charging sessions through the Walmart app, with additional payment options planned as the network expands.
Walmart says it will continue expanding its network in markets where customers need greater access to fast charging, working with local utilities and partners to bring new sites online. In 2023, the company said it would add EV charging stations to thousands of Walmart and Sam’s Club stores coast to coast by 2030.
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Walmart also operates EV fast-charging stations at U.S. Walmart and Sam’s Club locations in partnership with Electrify America under a separate agreement.
Customers can find current and upcoming EV charging locations on the Walmart EV charging website and in the Walmart app. Open locations are also available on major mapping platforms including Apple Maps, Google Maps, PlugShare, Chargehub and Chargeway.
“By expanding EV fast charging at Walmart locations across the country, we’re giving drivers a dependable way to charge while they’re in the store,” said Shayne Wahlmeier, senior VP, Walmart Energy. “Reaching 100 sites is an important milestone, and our broad footprint positions us to make EV charging more accessible for communities while expanding the ways we serve our customers.”
Headquartered in Bentonville, Ark., Walmart Inc. operates more than 10,900 stores and numerous e-commerce websites in 19 countries.
