"Two years ago, Ford CEO Jim Farley shocked the world by announcing that the automaker's battery-powered cars would be the first non-Tesla EVs to gain access to the Tesla Supercharger network. Fast-forward to the end of 2025, and Fordthe company that kickstarted a radical transformation of America's EV charging landscapehas dramatically reduced its electric car ambitions. Other automakers, as well as many charging operators, have already embarked on this voyage, though, so there's no turning back now."
"As a result, we're now knee-deep into a transitional phase that will likely last for years to come, forcing EV owners to know about charging adapters. Not only that, but all EV owners in North America should carry at least one charging adapter in their cars at all times. As charging stations are constantly being upgraded, you never know when you might find yourself with a dead battery, a fully functional charger at your fingertips and a socket it won't fit into."
"What charging adapter do I need for my EV? The first thing is to know what type of charging port is on the car. Based on this, we can then establish what adapters are needed for each charging situation. In North America, four charging connectors are available on electric cars and plug-in hybrids, but two of them are the de facto standards for most battery-powered cars sold today."
Ford scaled back its electric car ambitions by the end of 2025 despite earlier moves toward Supercharger access. Other automakers and charging operators continue to push charging interoperability, producing a lengthy transitional period. EV owners must learn about the variety of charging adapters and be prepared for incompatible sockets even when chargers are operational. Carrying at least one adapter is recommended for North American EV drivers to avoid being stranded. Four charging connectors exist in North America, but two serve as the de facto standards for most battery-powered vehicles, with CCS1 common on non-Tesla models.
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