US cities to get hundreds of EVgo Tesla V4 Superchargers with 500 kW and Magic DockEVgo will deploy hundreds of Tesla V4 Superchargers across US cities under its own branding, the company announced August 5. It marks the first time Tesla's newest charging hardware will appear on a competing network bearing a different company's name.The stations, which EVgo is calling "EVgo Superchargers," will be owned and operated by EVgo under an agreement with Tesla's Supercharger for Business licensing program. Construction is scheduled to begin this fall, with the first sites expected to open in the second half of 2026.The arrangement turns Tesla's proprietary charging hardware into a platform others can build on, rather than keeping it as an exclusive competitive advantage. For EVgo, it provides access to hardware that currently leads the US public fast-charging market in both maximum speed and vehicle compatibility. For Tesla, it extends the Supercharger brand and hardware footprint without requiring Tesla to build or operate the sites itself.What the V4 hardware deliversThe Tesla V4 Supercharger can deliver up to 500 kW of peak charging power and supports vehicle architectures ranging from 400 to 1,000 volts. EVgo says drivers could add up to 200 miles of range in 15 minutes, depending on the vehicle. Each location is expected to feature up to 20 stalls, positioned near stores and restaurants so drivers can run errands while their vehicles charge.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe hardware includes Tesla's Magic Dock connector, which allows both NACS- and CCS-equipped vehicles to charge without an adapter. Teslas, non-Tesla models with native NACS ports, and CCS-equipped EVs can all use the same stalls without any additional equipment. The V4 hardware also uses longer cables than earlier Supercharger generations, making it easier to reach charging ports in varying positions across different EV models.Tesla navigation includes EVgo stationsEVgo Superchargers will appear in Tesla vehicles' built-in navigation system, and Tesla's Trip Planner will include them as valid charging stops when routing across the US. That integration gives EVgo significant visibility among millions of Tesla owners on American roads who may not have previously used the EVgo network. For a charging provider competing in a market where Tesla sets the benchmark, appearing in Tesla's navigation is a meaningful distribution channel."EVgo is making it easier for EV drivers to find convenient fast charging, and we're bringing more infrastructure options to communities across America to serve the growing demand for public charging," said EVgo CEO Badar Khan.EVgo's two-track expansionEVgo reported that demand across its network climbed more than 700 percent over the last three years. As of July 31, the company had 240 NACS connectors in operation across its existing network. More than 35 NACS-equipped EV models are expected to be available in the US market by end of 2026. That expands the potential user base for every NACS-compatible charger on the network.AdvertisementAdvertisementEVgo is also developing its own next-generation charging hardware at an Innovation Lab in El Segundo, California. The first units are expected to be installed by the end of 2026. The Tesla hardware agreement and the in-house technology program together represent a two-track approach to expanding EVgo's fast-charging footprint across the country.