California Surpasses Gas Nozzles with Over 178,000 EV Chargers

California has taken a significant leap forward in its commitment to sustainable transportation by installing more electric vehicle (EV) chargers than the number of gas nozzles across the state. Governor Gavin Newsom announced that California now boasts over 178,549 EV charging stations, marking a historic milestone in the state's ongoing effort to reduce emissions and combat climate change.

This achievement comes as part of California's broader initiative to transition from fossil fuel-dependent vehicles to cleaner, electric alternatives. The state has been aggressively expanding its EV infrastructure, with the latest figures indicating a total of 178,049 public and private EV chargers, surpassing the number of gas nozzles available to drivers.

The California Energy Commission reported the impressive growth, emphasizing that the increase in EV charging infrastructure is pivotal for meeting the state's ambitious environmental goals. The push for more EV chargers aligns with California's mandate to phase out the sale of new gas-powered vehicles by 2035, a move aimed at significantly reducing the state's carbon footprint.

• California
• California Energy Commission
• Electric Vehicle Chargers
• Gavin Newsom