Electric vehicle charging stations are coming in 2025. What you need to know

We recently shared the news that ADOT is seeking bids to construct a network of rapid charging stations for electric vehicles that should be ready for use by late 2025. 

Just about any time we’ve talked about constructing this initial phase of a statewide network of chargers, a couple questions keep popping up: Where will those stations be built? And when?

Let’s start with what happens in 2025.

The first round of electric vehicle charging stations will open by the end of that year, with 21 locations along interstate highways. ADOT has identified the approximate locations, with specific properties to be determined through a bidding process.

That’s just the start. ADOT is already looking at another 38 or so charging stations to be built the following year or two.

Many details are still to be determined with those additional stations. Part of that will depend on seeing developments in the electric vehicle industry and usage patterns once the charging stations are open.

A few additional points about the charging stations:

• They’re designed to fully charge a typical vehicle in 20-30 minutes -- that’s to help reduce range anxiety.
• Each station will feature at least four charging stalls.
• The stations aren’t being built or maintained with any state funds. All stations will be privately owned and operated, with federal funds covering up to 80% of construction costs and the private developer paying the remaining 20%.

We’ll share more information when key developments take place with charging station locations, openings and more. If you’re looking for more information, please check out our electric vehicle program at AZDOT.gov/EVPlan.