GM introduces three new adapters to access EV chargers with different standards

GM is expanding its adapter offerings for electric vehicle owners, allowing them to access different charging rates and standards. The company's new adapters will help customers access Level 2 charging, fast charging, and Tesla Supercharger stalls. However, this shift to a unified standard may create complexity for owners, with the potential for multiple adapters in two-EV households. GM believes that the transition to the North American Charging Standard will simplify the charging experience for its customers.

General Motors (GM) is taking a significant step towards unifying the electric vehicle (EV) charging landscape in North America by expanding its adapter offerings. The company is introducing three new adapters that will enable its customers to access a broader range of charging options, including Level 2 charging, fast charging, and Tesla Supercharger stalls.

The new adapters are designed to address the evolving standards in EV charging. GM is transitioning its entire EV portfolio to the North American Charging Standard (NACS), which aims to simplify the charging experience for customers. The new adapters include a NACS-to-J1772 adapter for Level 2 charging, a J1772-to-NACS adapter for Level 2 charging, and a CCS-to-NACS dongle for fast charging [1].

Tim Ash, director of hardware products for GM Energy, stated that these adapters ensure that EV drivers can access any charging station regardless of the charging type on their vehicle. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for two-EV households, which may need to manage multiple adapters to accommodate different charging needs [1].

While the transition to NACS is intended to simplify the charging experience, it has also created an initial period of complexity. Drivers may need to carry multiple adapters in their vehicles to avoid being stranded at incompatible charging stations. The cost of these adapters, which can exceed $200, adds to the potential inconvenience [1].

The transition to NACS is not unique to GM. Other automakers, such as Hyundai, have also started adopting the standard and offering adapters to their customers. However, the process of standardizing EV charging is expected to take some time, with GM currently planning to transition 12 of its EV models to NACS by 2027 [1].

In the meantime, GM's new adapters will provide a bridge to the unified charging standard. The company's commitment to this transition reflects its broader goal of making EV ownership more accessible and convenient for its customers.

References:
[1] https://techcrunch.com/2025/08/28/get-ready-ev-owners-here-come-the-dongles/
[2] https://www.zawya.com/en/economy/gcc/unified-app-for-ev-charging-in-oman-will-be-called-shahin-wxhh755a
[3] https://www.midwaychevy.com/gm-energy.htm?srsltid=AfmBOoqs3YGxyg_vBP1n-TeZEEATD6EG9kWTQTll1thwoK3pGGMys57K