Georgia Power Helps Fill Electric Vehicle Charging Gap in Tifton

Staff Report

Wednesday, November 11th, 2020

Georgia Power has launched two new electric vehicle (EV) charger at the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham at 1215 US-82 West in Tifton, filling an electric transportation infrastructure gap along I-75 between Cordele and Valdosta. 

This gives Georgia Power 46 fast-charger installations. The company previously installed 44 fast chargers to serve the growing EV population in Georgia. Charging at the station will be complimentary to all drivers through the end of November. The charging station is capable of 62.5 kW output, and stations can pair together to offer 125 kW paired with PLUS 1x dual port Level 2 charging for overnight guests. Charging sessions require ChargePoint authorization, which is available at www.georgiapower.chargepoint.com 

The installation represents the newest technology in EV fast chargers, offering charging speeds up to 125kW – adding 100 miles in 12 minutes – dual dispensers and power sharing capability. Earlier this year, Georgia Power installed chargers in Rome, Columbus, Lavonia, Kingsland and Milledgeville. 

Georgia Power will invest $6 million over the next three years in fast-charging EV infrastructure for the public, further enabling electric vehicle adoption and connecting communities. 

Georgia Power is committed to growing the electric vehicle market and is dedicated to providing customers with the resources they need to learn more about the benefits and potential savings of driving electric. Learn more at www.GeorgiaPower.com/EV.