New York Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced that six new EVolve NY electric vehicle fast chargers are now available to the public in Southold, N.Y. The site is the first high-powered EV charging hub on the North Fork of Long Island and is part of the New York Power Authority’s effort to expand accessible EV infrastructure across the state.
The Southold installation is currently the largest public EVolve NY charging location on Long Island. Other nearby charging stations include a two-plug site in the village of Greenport and another installed at a local car dealership, but neither offers the same charging speed or public accessibility.
New York Power Authority President and CEO Justin E. Driscoll said, “Long Island has more electric vehicle drivers than any other area of the state. As demand for reliable EV charging grows and summer travel draws visitors to the North Fork, the Power Authority is proud to deliver the infrastructure necessary to make EV driving more convenient and more reliable for Long Islanders, visitors and all New Yorkers.”
EVolve NY stations typically provide 150 kilowatts or more of charging power—a significant upgrade from older 50-kW public chargers. NYPA’s high speed chargers can power most EVs in as little as 20 minutes, offering a faster, reliable alternative to slower home or workplace chargers.
EVolve NY is NYPA’s statewide EV fast-charging network that supports New York’s clean transportation goals. The network now includes 266 chargers at 63 locations statewide, including sites in Bridgehampton, Commack, Riverhead, and Southold.
