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Electric vehicle charger buildout accelerates across Southern states
The growth is being driven by businesses like fast food restaurants and retail outlets adding chargers to attract customers.
The New York Times reports that while U.S. electric vehicle sales are down, electric vehicle charging infrastructure is expanding, particularly in Southern states.
The outlet says chargers are increasingly being installed by non-automotive businesses, including fast food restaurants and stores that want to draw in EV drivers.
According to the report, this broader commercial push is helping accelerate charger proliferation even as overall EV sales weaken.
The article frames the charger expansion as part of a retail and customer acquisition race, with companies adding charging access to improve foot traffic and convenience for EV customers.