EV charging infrastructure is expanding again across the United States. EVgo and Regency Centers announced on September 9, 2026 that they are expanding their national partnership with plans to add more than 400 EV fast-charging stalls at grocery-anchored Regency shopping centers across the U.S.
Quick answer: This article summarizes the key reported development and explains what it may mean for U.S. EV drivers. Specifications, availability, pricing and regulatory details can change, so readers should verify current information with the manufacturer, agency or charging network named in the article.
The expansion is important for EV drivers because it puts public fast charging in places people already visit for groceries, dining and everyday errands. For EVWAT readers, it also highlights a broader trend: as the U.S. charging network grows, EV owners need practical charging equipment and accessories that make charging easier.
More Than 400 New EV Fast-Charging Stalls
According to EVgo, the partnership will add more than 400 charging stalls at Regency properties nationwide. The new locations are expected across metropolitan markets in states including Colorado, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia, with additional states also planned.
EVgo currently operates more than 150 stalls at Regency locations. Once the new deployment is completed, the company expects the partnership to increase Regency's EV charging footprint by more than 20%.
Why Shopping Centers Are Becoming Major EV Charging Locations
Charging at a grocery-anchored shopping center solves a simple problem: drivers can charge while doing something they already planned to do. EVgo says supermarkets and shopping centers rank among the preferred charging locations, making them a natural fit for fast-charging expansion.
The new sites are planned with up to 24 high-power EVgo chargers at each location. EVgo says the chargers can deliver a full charge in as little as 15 minutes depending on the vehicle, battery and charging conditions.
What This Means for EV Drivers in the U.S.
More fast chargers can make EV ownership more convenient, particularly for drivers who depend on public charging during longer trips or do not have ideal home-charging access. A larger network can also reduce pressure on individual busy charging sites as more locations become available.
EV drivers should still check connector compatibility, charging power and station availability before a trip. For home charging, the right equipment remains important as well. EVWAT's EV Chargers collection includes charging solutions for drivers looking to build or improve their home setup.
Charging Growth Also Increases Demand for EV Charging Accessories
As charging becomes a larger part of everyday EV ownership, small accessories can make charging equipment easier to manage. Cable organization, compatible adapters and extension solutions can help drivers keep a charging area cleaner and more practical when the product is designed and rated for the intended use.
For practical charging setup advice, see EVWAT's EV charger cable management guide. Owners planning a home setup can also review the complete EV charging guide to understand charging levels, connectors and charging times.
EVgo's Broader U.S. Charging Expansion
This announcement is part of a wider charging build-out by EVgo. In August, EVgo announced plans to deploy its own high-power EVgo Superchargers across metropolitan markets, with V4 equipment capable of up to 500 kW and 1,000 volts. The company said those deployments would widen NACS charging options and begin coming online in the second half of 2026.
EVgo also announced a separate partnership expansion with Brixmor in August that calls for more than 500 new EVgo fast-charging stalls at shopping centers across the U.S. Together, these developments show how charging networks are increasingly being integrated into retail and travel infrastructure.
What EV Owners Should Watch Next
For U.S. EV drivers, the key question is no longer simply whether more chargers are being built. Location, charging speed, connector compatibility and reliability will increasingly determine how useful that infrastructure is in real-world driving.
As more high-power and NACS-compatible charging sites come online, EV owners should keep their home charging equipment and accessories organized around their vehicle's connector and electrical requirements. That is especially important for drivers who switch between home charging and public fast charging.
Bottom Line
EVgo's planned addition of more than 400 fast-charging stalls at Regency shopping centers is another meaningful step in the expansion of U.S. EV charging infrastructure. Putting high-power charging at grocery and retail destinations can make charging fit more naturally into everyday routines while giving EV drivers more options on the road.
For EV owners looking to improve their own charging setup, explore EV accessories at EVWAT and browse the latest charging solutions in the EV Chargers collection.
Source: EVgo and Regency Centers announcement, September 9, 2026.
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