The financial support originates from Volkswagen mitigation funds, according to Carl Lisek, executive director of Drive Clean Indiana. The DC fast chargers will be strategically placed along Indiana’s Alternative Fuel Corridors, providing round-the-clock access at locations such as travel centers, dining areas, and retail hubs along major highways. These corridors align with the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program’s efforts to bolster EV charging at key transit points.
“Indiana has already invested more than $13 billion into EV and battery manufacturing facilities, and these new charging sites will help support the next wave of Hoosier EV drivers,” said Ryan Lisek, program director at Drive Clean Indiana, during a briefing in Indianapolis.
The Level 2 chargers will be installed in both urban and rural settings, targeting areas where vehicles are parked for longer periods, such as community centers and commercial zones. These sites, chosen for their visibility, are backed by a mix of private and public investments, though contracts with awardees are still in progress.
Previously, the Indiana Department of Transportation identified 39 sites for NEVI-funded DC fast chargers, originally planned for completion this year. After federal NEVI funding was discontinued, several sites, including six from Pilot, were integrated into GOEVIN’s current initiative, with Pilot contributing two additional locations.
Earlier this year, GOEVIN launched its “Closing the Gap Tour,” visiting eight Indiana cities—Evansville, Clarksville, Indianapolis, Muncie, South Bend, Fort Wayne, Lafayette, and Hammond. The tour showcased the state’s existing EV infrastructure, highlighted successful local electric fleets, and encouraged businesses and municipalities to address charging network gaps.
Construction of the new chargers is set to begin soon, with all 36 projects expected to be completed by the end of 2026. This effort underscores Indiana’s commitment to supporting the rising demand for electric vehicles and promoting sustainable transportation solutions statewide.
