Recent developments in the United States point to acceleration, accessibility, and optimism for the electric vehicle industry. Both the public and private sectors have placed an increased amount of attention on EV infrastructure, through funding and technology. The result is optimism and momentum for EV charging infrastructure, and businesses who are looking to integrate EV charging can do so by prioritizing technology and operational continuity.
Recent events in the United States have pointed to the electric vehicle (EV) sector’s continued growth. Recent shifts in policy, to new launches in affordable EVs from U.S. car manufacturers, and technology advancements in EV charging all point to the industry’s commitment to meet increasing demand from drivers for accessible EVs and better charging infrastructure.
This momentum is, in part, the result of further investment from leading domestic auto manufacturers. Consider how Ford has invested $50 billion and 240 gigatonne-hours of battery capacity to reach its goal of producing 3 million EVs by 2030. This significant investment is also necessary, as analysts report on continued sales growth for EVs. Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book team recently noted EV sales in the United States in Q2 of this year were higher than Q1 2025 by 4.9%, with total EV sales setting a record at a 1.5% year-over-year increase. One of the leading auto makers responsible for that growth was GM, who sold more than 78,000 EVs in the first half of 2025, followed by Chevrolet. GM is now noted as the second leading EV dealer behind Tesla.
With such significant growth in 2025 alone, proper charging infrastructure is required. Through recent policy shifts, additional attention from the private sector on EVs, and new technology, the United States is experiencing a resurgence in its EV category.
Congress Resumes EV Charger Funding, While States Fund their Own Infrastructure
Following a previous pause on federal funding for public EV charging infrastructure build out plans, Congress has resumed funding from the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. The program unlocks upwards of $5 billion for charging infrastructure to be built out across the country. With the noted increase in EV purchases in the country, this infrastructure will support EV driver demand. States can reapply for funding or access previously awarded grants to build reliable charging infrastructure.
While federal funding supports new charging infrastructure, individual states have been progressing with their own policy initiatives to meet local demands from drivers. The Fast Charge California project has allocated $55 million in incentives for fast chargers to be installed at businesses and public sites. In Illinois, the Chicago Moves Electric Framework looks to implement easier processes for businesses and residents to install EV chargers, while implementing “Low-Emission Zone” areas throughout the city to further encourage EV use.
More U.S. Businesses are Opting to Expand to Electric Vehicles
One of the most prominent signs of EV industry growth in the United States is from the private sector, and the growing interest to appeal to EV drivers. More organizations are looking to futureproof their business by incorporating charging infrastructure. Consider the retail and fuel sector’s interest to incorporate EV charging. As these businesses add more EV charging ports, their physical store-fronts are expanding to provide drivers with a destination featuring attractive amenities such as restaurants and discounts to encourage an in-store shopping experience, and more, all while drivers have their vehicles charging on-site.
At the same time, some businesses are opting to go all-in on EV charging, such as Revel, who closed its ride-hailing business in a move to expand its EV charging business. Noting the spike in utilization rates in early 2025, the company’s strategic move will allow it capitalize on the growing EV momentum in the major cities in which it operates by becoming charge point operators (CPOs). And likely one of the largest EV announcements from the private sector in 2025 has been from Ford, who announced an affordable “Model-T” EV truck priced at $30,000 that will start being produced in 2027.
Collectively, these significant shifts in business strategy towards EVs from the private sector present a collective emphasis towards electrification that is no longer considered simply a trend, but a strategic refocusing.
How Businesses Ensure a Positive Charging Experience for EV Drivers
With funding available and growth opportunities abound, many businesses are exploring how to add EV charging to generate additional revenue streams. To ensure new EV charging services are successful, operational excellence must be the priority. Businesses need to partner with smart EV charging and energy management software solutions to provide operational continuity in order to maintain available charging ports for drivers, monitor their real-time energy use to control and optimize the flow to chargers, and automate solutions to troubleshoot charger issues for drivers. This is how businesses can maintain high customer satisfaction.
Charging EVs is Getting Much Easier for Drivers
Maintaining driver satisfaction with public charging infrastructure allows for steady growth in EV adoption, and recent reports show reliable charging sessions are improving. J.D. Power’s recent survey looked at sessions of EV charging in public stations ending in failure because of faulty chargers, long lines or payment glitches. It found that in the first three months of 2025, overall failure rates fell to 16%, the biggest improvement since the survey began in 2021. The increased driver satisfaction is in part due to improvements in EV charging that allow CPOs to identify and fix problems more quickly.
Further, new advancements in technology continue to provide seamless charging experiences globally, including Plug and Charge, EV charging mobile apps, and eRoaming capabilities.
| Technology | Overview | Benefits to EV Driver Experience |
| Plug & Charge | Allows an EV and a charging station to communicate and begin a charging session as soon as the connection is made. | Seamless payments: Removes the need to make any manual inputs, or use a credit card or RFID tag in order to make a payment. |
| EV Charging Mobile Apps | Aggregates nearby charging stations and charger availability, monitors charging sessions, and enables payment processing | Management over the charging experience: Reserve ahead capabilities, route planning, and direct payment options. |
| eRoaming | Provides the interoperability in order for EV drivers to use multiple charging stations across various networks and regions. | Convenience in charging: Removes the need for multiple charging apps or memberships to provide an integrated experience regardless of location. |
Plug and Charge technology is one such advancement making the EV charging experience easier for drivers. The tech removes added steps in order to streamline the charging process, allowing EV drivers to simply connect their vehicle to the charge point without the need to use a credit card or RFID tag, or mobile app. Auto manufacturers in the U.S. are making advancements with the tech, including Tesla, Ford and Chevrolet, who are reported to have Plug and Charge capable in select EV vehicles as of 2024.
EV charging apps are another way CPOs are making the charging experience less complicated. These mobile apps provide EV drivers the ability to manage and control their EV charging experience. This includes the ability to search and filter for the nearest charging location, route plan and navigate to ensure access to charging locations, reserve a charging port ahead of time, and get rewarded for visiting specific charging stations. From there, drivers can also manage the entire bill payment process, including on billing plans, billing transactions and payment method management.
For long-distance trips, eRoaming is advancing to bring “charge anywhere” capabilities to EV drivers. The technology allows drivers to utilize charging stations across multiple networks, regions, and countries with a single account, app, or card. CPOs who integrate the technology can maximize the amount of EV drivers charging at their locations, enabling either roaming hubs or peer-to-peer roaming. A roaming hub is a platform that enables interoperability between multiple CPOs and eMSPs, while peer-to-peer CPOs and eMSPs can also form direct roaming partnerships to enable interoperability.
The Road Ahead: Optimism and Accessibility
Despite any political or economic headwinds that may have cast doubt for the EV sector in the United States, EV sales and investments are continuing. With a significant gap remaining in the current amount of available chargers compared to the required infrastructure needed to meet demand, both the public and private sectors are leading efforts that bring more accessibility to drivers – and optimism for the sector’s future is strong.
