Nissan is giving Ariya owners a new charging network, access to Tesla Superchargers

Nissan is launching an electric vehicle charging network called the Nissan Energy Charge Network, which allows Ariya SUV owners to connect and pay at participating third-party charging stations using the MyNissan app. The network consists of 90,000 fast chargers in the US from partner companies including Electrify America, Shell Recharge, ChargePoint, and EVgo. Starting in November, Ariya owners can use a stored payment method in the app to start and pay for a charging session with one tap at a station. Nissan will also make Tesla Supercharger-compatible NACS adapters available for Ariya owners later this year, although it's unclear if they will be free. In 2025, Nissan plans to launch EVs with native NACS ports in the US and Canada. The new charging network and app abilities do not apply to the Nissan Leaf, which still uses the CHAdeMO DC fast charging port standard and outdated connectivity software. The Leaf is nearing the end of its production, but it played a significant role in making Nissan a pioneer in the EV market. Nissan plans to launch 16 new "electrified" car models by the end of fiscal year 2026. The company is expanding its electric vehicle offerings, but the Leaf is being left behind. The Nissan Energy Charge Network is a step towards making charging easier and more convenient for its customers.