# Retailer EV Charging Initiatives Walmart Announced an Electric Vehicle Charging Network Expansion By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-04-08 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charging-network-expansion References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/walmart-announces-major-expansion-to-ev-charging-network-184805909.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNhLw&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAK0mTMbIomU3qSVGkneLr2s0whalKmABLGAtkpCuOxdYGRK3JsY4nRMqwZ9eh3AGly21xPwkjOxe2hyFu0eg2Uf1ZLN076c_RBQsEmkW4eVpfixaR4sa6riKw1kVdSHWEeRWMQBzgBf--QqQk2owhD00y8GM4nd-W_LeaviFu3Qt) & [walmart](https://www.walmart.com)  [Walmart](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-delivery-vans) has announced an electric vehicle charging network expansion for its existing infrastructure that will help to build on the existing systems the retailer has in place and widen access. The initiative will see thousands of [fast-charging electric vehicle stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fastcharging-ev-stations) added to the existing infrastructure and greatly improve American consumer access to the technology. The expansion is expected to be completed by 2030 and will enable consumers to power up their vehicle as they head inside to pick up some essentials. Walmart Senior Vice President of [Energy Transformation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/better-energy-charge) Vishal Kapadia commented on the electric vehicle charging network expansion saying, "With a store or club located within 10 miles of approximately 90% of Americans, we are uniquely positioned to deliver a convenient charging option that will help make EV ownership possible whether people live in rural, suburban or urban areas. Easy access to on-the-go charging is a game-changer for drivers who have been hesitant to purchase an EV.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Expansion:** Retailers are investing in electric vehicle infrastructure expansion to build on existing systems and increase American consumer access to the technology. - **Convenient On-the-go Charging:** Retailers are providing consumers with convenient on-the-go charging options to ease EV ownership regardless of their location. - **Increasing EV Adoption:** Retailers are contributing to the increasing adoption of EVs by providing charging facilities and encouraging consumers to make the switch. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Retail:** The retail industry has the potential to become an important player in the EV ecosystem by providing EV charging infrastructure and facilitating the spread of EVs. - **Energy:** The energy industry has the opportunity to collaborate with retailers to provide clean energy solutions for EV charging infrastructure, thereby contributing to the fight against climate change. - **Automotive:** The automotive industry could benefit from collaborating with retailers to promote EVs, as it would increase demand for EVs and drive innovation and new product development. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retailer EV Charging Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7eleven-7charge.md) - [EV Charging Station Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dc-fast-charging-stations.md) - [Electric Truck Pilots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wawa-1.md) - [Grocer EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recharge-stores.md) - [Retail Delivery Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-delivery-vans.md) - [Grocery EV Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-charging-station1.md) - [Electric Car-Charging Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batteryelectric-vehicles.md) - [Convenience Store Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recharge-by-gelsons.md) - [Eco EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-and-electric-vehicle-charging-station.md)