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Tesla is continuing its push into South America, announcing a new partnership that will bring its Supercharger network to Chile. According to electrive, Tesla has teamed up with Chilean energy company Copec to deploy fast-charging stations along major highways, marking a significant step forward for EV infrastructure in the country.
Under the joint plan, Tesla Superchargers will be installed at Copec fuel stations at roughly 200-kilometer intervals. One of the first major charging corridors will connect La Serena and Puerto Montt, two cities nearly 1,500 kilometers apart. The goal, according to the companies, is to deliver a “seamless charging infrastructure for long-distance travel,” making EV road trips far more practical across large stretches of Chile.
Each Supercharger location will feature four charging stalls capable of delivering up to 250 kW, powered entirely by renewable energy from Copec Emoac. While Tesla hasn’t explicitly confirmed the hardware details, electrive notes these chargers are likely part of Tesla’s white-label “Supercharger for Business” program introduced in 2025. That means the stations will carry Copec branding rather than Tesla’s familiar red-and-white look and will be integrated into Copec’s digital ecosystem.
This approach also signals a more open charging strategy. Copec plans to allow drivers to pay for charging sessions using its own app, including loyalty rewards, rather than relying exclusively on Tesla’s app for non-Tesla vehicles. Both companies say the network will be open and interoperable, aimed at accelerating EV adoption across Chile.
The timing is notable. Tesla has been steadily expanding its presence across South America, officially launching vehicle sales in Chile in early 2024 and opening its first South American showroom in the country last fall. The company has also recently entered Colombia, signaling a broader regional push. This Supercharger partnership should significantly strengthen Tesla’s foothold by addressing one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption: reliable, long-distance charging.
Copec CEO Arturo Natho highlighted that while Chile’s public charging network has grown rapidly to around 1,600 charging points, more than 60% of municipalities still lack public chargers. The Tesla-Copec partnership could help close that gap, particularly along major travel routes, and position Chile as a stronger EV market in Latin America.
