Jeep and Dodge drivers are about to see one of the biggest pain points of early EV ownership start to ease, as their upcoming electric models line up to plug into the same fast-charging network that helped make Tesla mainstream. Beginning in early 2026, new battery-powered Jeeps and Dodges are expected to gain access to Tesla Superchargers across North America, a shift that could quickly change how practical these vehicles feel for long-distance travel.
The move is part of a broader strategy by Stellantis, the parent company behind both brands, to embrace the North American Charging Standard and tap into thousands of existing high-speed chargers rather than waiting for a parallel network to catch up. For buyers weighing whether a Jeep Wagoneer S or Dodge Charger Daytona can really replace a gas SUV or muscle car, the promise of seamless Supercharger access may be just as important as horsepower or range.
Stellantis finally joins the Tesla Supercharger club
Stellantis spent much of the early EV transition watching rivals sign on to Tesla’s plug and network, but it is now committing to the same path with a clear timeline and a focus on North American drivers. The company has confirmed that its brands will adopt the North American Charging Standard, often shortened to NACS, with the transition beginning in 2026 so that future models can use the same connector that already dominates fast charging in the region. That shift is framed as a way to unlock broader access to the North American Ch network of high-speed stations while the industry’s charging standardization moves forward despite some delays, a strategy detailed in coverage of how Stellantis will gain Supercharger access.
The decision to embrace NACS is not just a technical footnote, it is a recognition that the Tesla Supercharger system has become the de facto backbone of highway fast charging in the United States and Canada. By aligning its hardware and software with that ecosystem starting in 2026, Stellantis is signaling that it would rather plug into an existing, proven network than ask customers to gamble on a patchwork of slower or less reliable alternatives. That choice puts Jeep and Dodge on the same trajectory as other major automakers that have already committed to NACS, and it sets the stage for their drivers to use the same stalls that Tesla owners rely on for cross-country trips.
Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger Daytona lead the way
The first Stellantis models expected to benefit from this shift are not anonymous compliance cars, but halo products meant to show that electrification can coexist with brand identity. Reporting on the rollout notes that Tesla Supercharger availability will start in 2026 with EVs like the Jeep Wagoneer S and the Dodge Charger Daytona, both of which are central to Stellantis’s plan to electrify its American lineup without abandoning its off-road and performance roots. Those vehicles, along with other upcoming models, are being positioned as the first wave of Stellantis products that can arrive at a Supercharger, plug in, and charge at full speed once the NACS transition is in place, a detail highlighted in coverage of how Jeep and Dodge EVs are getting Tesla Supercharger access.
Putting the Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger Daytona at the front of this charging upgrade is a deliberate choice, because these are the models most likely to be used for long highway drives where fast charging matters most. A family taking a Wagoneer S on a ski trip or a driver pushing a Charger Daytona between cities will be far more sensitive to charging downtime than someone commuting in a smaller city EV. By ensuring that these flagship vehicles can tap into the Tesla Supercharger network starting in 2026, Stellantis is trying to remove one of the biggest objections that potential buyers might have about going electric with a Jeep or a Dodge.
Inside Stellantis’s Supercharger integration strategy
Behind the scenes, Stellantis is treating Supercharger access as a core part of its EV rollout rather than an optional perk, and it has laid out that strategy in its own communications. In a detailed announcement, the company described how it is expanding EV charging access with Tesla Supercharger network integration, outlining a plan that covers both hardware compatibility and the customer experience. That communication, which references the initiative under the banner of Stellantis Expands EV Charging Access With Tesla Supercharger Network Integration, makes clear that the goal is to give drivers a straightforward way to find, activate, and pay for charging sessions at Tesla sites without juggling multiple apps or cards.
Stellantis is also emphasizing that this integration is not just about plugging into someone else’s infrastructure, but about making sure its own vehicles and software are ready for the realities of fast charging. The company has pointed to work on network accessibility and adapter information so that existing owners and new buyers understand exactly how and when they can use Tesla hardware, a focus that is echoed in a separate description of how network accessibility and adapter information will be communicated. By spelling out those details, Stellantis is trying to avoid the confusion that has sometimes accompanied earlier charging partnerships in the industry.
What NACS adoption means for Jeep and Dodge owners
For everyday drivers, the technical language around NACS and network integration boils down to a simple question: will it be easy to charge on a road trip. By adopting NACS starting in 2026, Stellantis is aligning Jeep and Dodge EVs with the connector that is rapidly becoming standard across North America, which should reduce the need for bulky adapters and cut down on guesswork at unfamiliar stations. Owners of vehicles like the Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger Daytona will be able to plan routes that include Tesla Superchargers as well as other high-speed networks that are adding NACS plugs, which in practice means more options and shorter waits when chargers are busy.
The move also has implications for resale value and long-term ownership, because compatibility with the dominant charging standard is likely to matter more as the EV market matures. A Jeep or Dodge EV that can use NACS directly will be better positioned in a future where most new fast chargers are built around that connector, and where software tools assume that standard by default. By committing to NACS in 2026, Stellantis is signaling to buyers that its EVs are being designed for that future rather than locked into a fading standard, which could make these vehicles more attractive to shoppers who are still on the fence about going electric.
Scale of access: 28,000 Tesla Superchargers in play
The scale of the charging upgrade for Stellantis customers is not theoretical, it is tied to a specific number of stations that will open up once the integration is live. Reporting on the agreement notes that Stellantis customers are expected to gain access to 28,000 Tesla Superchargers starting 2026, a figure that underscores just how extensive the network is across North America. That number, cited in coverage under the banner of Stellantis Customers To Gain Access To 28,000 Tesla Superchargers Starting 2026, gives a sense of how many locations will suddenly become viable charging stops for Jeep and Dodge EVs once the switch is flipped.
Access to 28,000 Superchargers is particularly significant for brands like Jeep and Dodge, whose drivers often venture far from dense urban cores where non-Tesla fast chargers are more common. For a Jeep Wagoneer S owner planning a camping trip or a Dodge Charger Daytona driver heading to a track day in a rural area, the ability to rely on a large, established network of high-speed chargers can make the difference between a confident journey and a stressful one. By tying their EV strategy to a network of that size starting in 2026, Stellantis is effectively outsourcing part of the range anxiety problem to an infrastructure that is already built and widely used.
How this move reshapes the U.S. EV landscape
Stellantis’s decision to plug Jeep and Dodge into the Tesla Supercharger ecosystem is not happening in a vacuum, it is part of a broader realignment of the U.S. EV market around a single fast-charging standard. With NACS adoption beginning in 2026 and Supercharger access extending to models like the Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger Daytona, the competitive gap between Tesla and legacy automakers on charging convenience is starting to narrow. That shift could make it easier for buyers loyal to Jeep’s off-road image or Dodge’s performance heritage to choose an EV without feeling like they are sacrificing the charging experience that has long been a Tesla advantage.
At the same time, the move raises the bar for other automakers that have been slower to commit to NACS or to secure similar access to Tesla’s network. As Stellantis customers prepare to tap into 28,000 Superchargers starting 2026 and the company rolls out its integration plan under the Stellantis Expands EV Charging Access With Tesla Supercharger Network Integration banner, the expectation that any serious EV should work seamlessly at a Supercharger will only grow stronger. In that environment, Jeep and Dodge are positioning their early 2026 EVs not just as new entries in their lineups, but as fully fledged participants in the most mature fast-charging ecosystem in North America.
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