Evgo Inc. Stock Price, News & Analysis

EVgo Inc. (NASDAQ: EVGO), a leading public fast charging network for electric vehicles, has expanded its leadership team with experienced talent from Tesla and General Motors. The new hires include:

1. Martin Sukup (former Tesla) as Executive VP of Engineering
2. Jeff Inhofer (former Tesla) as VP of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Engineering
3. Alex Keros (former GM) as Senior VP of Product (effective August 12, 2024)

These additions aim to strengthen EVgo's position as the charging network of choice amid a shifting competitive landscape. The new leaders will focus on developing next-generation charging architecture to enhance customer experience and achieve cost efficiencies.

EVgo Inc. (Nasdaq: EVGO), a leading public fast charging network for electric vehicles in the US, has announced its plans to release second quarter 2024 financial results on Thursday, August 1, 2024. The company will host a webcast at 8 a.m. PT (11 a.m. ET) on the same day to discuss the results. Investors and interested parties can access the live webcast through EVgo's investor relations website. For those unable to join the webcast, a toll-free call-in option is available. The press release containing financial results and the presentation will be accessible on EVgo's website prior to the webcast, with an archive available afterwards.

EVgo and Regency Centers have announced the opening of a new fast charging station at Blakeney Town Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, situated at 9870 Rea Rd near Interstate 485.

This expansion is part of their ongoing partnership started in 2020, which has resulted in over 120 public fast charging stalls across 40 locations in 10 states. The new station features high-power 350kW fast chargers, capable of charging two vehicles simultaneously.

The initiative is supported by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality and General Motors. The companies plan to open more than 20 new fast charging stalls over the next year, with further locations anticipated in Maryland, Massachusetts, and Texas.

Mark Peternell, VP of Sustainability at Regency Centers, highlighted the stations as an amenity that supports EV adoption and sustainability goals.

EVgo (NASDAQ: EVGO), a prominent public fast-charging network for electric vehicles, has appointed Keith Hutchison as its first Chief People Officer (CPO). Hutchison, with over 20 years in HR within the energy and EV sectors, will oversee the entire employee lifecycle including attraction, recruitment, development, retention, and rewards. This strategic hiring move comes amid significant shifts in the EV charging industry's competitive landscape, aiming to position EVgo as an employer of choice. Hutchison's previous roles include CPO at Tritium and Chief HR & Diversity Officer at National Grid USA, where he led recognized people-focused initiatives.

EVgo has seen a significant rise in rideshare charging on its public fast charging network, with commercial throughput tripling from Q1 2023 to Q1 2024. Notably, rideshare charging accounted for 24% of the total throughput in Q1 2024, compared to 11% in Q1 2021. On average, rideshare drivers charged 5 times more than retail customers in 2023. EVgo is enhancing its services, including API integration with Lyft, to better serve rideshare drivers. The company collaborates with rideshare firms like Uber and Lyft, which aim for a zero-emission future by 2040, and partners with other light-duty fleets.

Toyota Motor North America has announced the deployment of DC fast chargers in Baldwin Park and Sacramento, California, under its 'Empact' vision. This initiative aims to provide equitable EV charging solutions, particularly to underserved communities. The high-power 350kW chargers are part of a collaboration with EVgo, a leading public fast charging network, and will be operational by 2025. In addition, Toyota's Clean Assist program, which matches residential charging with renewable electricity to reduce emissions, generates revenue that has been reinvested into California's transportation electrification. The deployment locations were selected based on criteria such as resident income levels, demographics, air quality, and potential for EV adoption. The new chargers will be strategically placed in high-traffic areas to support local populations and promote EV use.

EVgo (NASDAQ: EVGO), one of the U.S.'s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles, announced reaching over one million registered customer accounts. The number of accounts surged by 400% since April 2020, highlighting the growing adoption of EVs and demand for charging infrastructure.

In Q1 2024, network utilization was at 19% nationwide, with gigawatt-hour throughput nearly tripling compared to Q1 2023. EVgo's Autocharge+ feature, available for over 50 EV models, saw a fourfold increase in charging sessions year-over-year. Additionally, nearly 40% of EVgo's stalls are now 350 kW chargers, up from 22% at the end of March 2023.

CEO Badar Khan emphasized EVgo's goal of creating a customer-centric network, with 100,000 potential stalls identified with site host partners, signaling further expansion to meet rising demand.

EVgo (NASDAQ: EVGO), a leading public fast charging network for electric vehicles, will start deploying North American Charging Standard (NACS) connectors in 2024. These connectors, being standardized as SAE J3400, will be integrated into EVgo's fast charging network, which already includes CCS and NACS vehicles. The company's network utilization increased to 19% in Q1 2024, from 9% in Q1 2023. EVgo aims to expand its footprint through new site host partnerships, planning over 100,000 potential stalls. Notably, 40% of EVgo’s stalls now have high-power 350kW chargers, nearly doubling from last year. EVgo also offers Autocharge+, a streamlined payment feature available for over 50 vehicle models, including all Tesla models compatible with the CCS adapter.

EVgo Inc. reported record first quarter 2024 results with revenue reaching $55.2 million, a 118% increase year-over-year. The network throughput reached 53 GWh, up by 194% year-over-year. The company added 250 new operational stalls, totaling approximately 3,780 stalls in operation or under construction. EVgo also added nearly 109,000 new customer accounts, reaching over 981,000 overall. The company's business model of owning and operating a fast-charging network is driving growth, with plans to achieve adjusted EBITDA breakeven in 2025.