BP opened its first electric vehicle charging hub at a TravelCenters of America (TA) location in Jacksonville, Florida, marking the start of an ambitious expansion along U.S. highways.
The new charging station, positioned strategically along I-95, features six CCS fast chargers with 12 total charging bays — ensuring drivers have easy access to connectors from either side of their vehicles.
This rollout follows BP’s acquisition of TA in 2023, adding to BP Pulse’s existing network of 31 U.S. charging locations. The energy giant is planning more than 100 sites nationwide, with over 40 of them integrated into TA’s highway rest stops.
Each charging station at the Jacksonville location delivers up to 400 kilowatts of power. BP Pulse confirmed to Green Car Reports that it plans to implement this high-power capability across its growing network. While currently focused on CCS connectors, the company has also placed a significant order for Tesla fast chargers to expand compatibility.
The project represents a shift in strategy. Before BP’s acquisition, TA had planned to partner with Electrify America to install roughly 1,000 chargers across 200 locations over five years.
BP’s confidence in EV charging is clear — the company reported in 2022 that its fast-chargers were approaching the profitability of traditional gas pumps, with expectations for the entire charging division to become profitable by 2025.
The travel center charging model is gaining momentum across the industry. Love’s announced earlier this year that all its future locations will include EV charging stations.
Recent studies indicate that while Americans aren’t demanding gas station-equivalent charging speeds, they do prioritize amenities during charging sessions. The travel center model — offering restaurants, restrooms, and other services — could prove ideal for EV drivers making longer trips.
Last summer, BP also announced plans for what it calls the first public fast-charging station specifically designed for electric trucks, another collaboration with TA that builds on this expanding infrastructure network.
