Public charging operator EVgo will deploy more than 500 DC fast charging stalls at 90 shopping centres managed by Brixmor Property Group, with each site receiving up to 12 high power chargers. The rollout, announced in August 2026, will cover locations in Florida, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Texas, bringing EVgo chargers to around 25% of Brixmor's portfolio. EVgo currently operates over 1,200 DC fast charging stations across 47 states.
Why it matters: The deal demonstrates how retail landlords are embedding charging infrastructure at scale to attract EV drivers, creating a pipeline of multi stall sites for charge point operators. For procurement teams, the focus on high power units and clusters of up to 12 stalls per location signals a shift toward destination charging hubs that can handle higher utilisation.
EVgoBrixmorUnited States9 Aug 2026Source Pennsylvania is set to receive $171 million from a $5 billion federal programme created under the Biden administration to build EV charging stations. This latest funding round focuses on local communities rather than interstates, with towns hoping the chargers will attract visitors to downtown areas. SEDA-COG, covering eight central Pennsylvania counties, has spent the past year surveying locations and working with chambers of commerce to position the chargers as economic assets.
Why it matters: The shift from highway corridors to community locations opens procurement opportunities for CPOs targeting destination charging in smaller markets. Towns viewing chargers as visitor attractions may prioritise visible downtown sites and partner with local businesses, influencing site selection and revenue models.
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