7-Eleven to install 500 EV charging points in US, Canada stores
Once the expansion is complete by the end of 2022, 7-Eleven will have one of the largest and most compatible fast-charging systems among US retailers, says the company.
Iconic convenience retailer 7-Eleven is undertaking a signigicant installation project that will see the company adding at least 500 direct current fast charging (DCFC) ports at 250 elect United States and Canada stores by the end of 2022.
Owned and operated by 7‑Eleven, the new DCFC ports will increase charging options for EV drivers by adding to the company’s existing 22 charging stations located at 14 stores in four states.
Once this expansion is complete, 7-Eleven will have one of the largest and most compatible fast-charging systems of any retailer in the U.S, according to the company.
Based in Irving, Texas, 7‑Eleven operates, franchises and/or licenses more than 77,000 stores in 16 countries and regions, including 16,000 in North America.