GM and Ford Adopt Tesla's Charging Standard, Opening Access to Vast Network

GM and Ford electric vehicle owners will gain access to Tesla's charging network starting next year.
GM and Ford will adopt Tesla's charging connector as the industry standard.
Tesla's charging network is the largest in the US with over 12,000 charging stations.
The partnership could pressure other automakers to join Tesla's charging system.
Companies developing their own charging networks may feel squeezed as automakers shift to Tesla's standard.