Tesla has made a significant move into South America with the announcement of a new partnership that will see the expansion of its Supercharger network into Chile. The electric vehicle company has teamed up with Chilean energy company Copec to deploy fast-charging stations along major highways, marking a major advancement in EV infrastructure in the country.
According to a report by electrive, Tesla Superchargers will be installed at Copec fuel stations approximately every 200 kilometers. One of the initial charging corridors will connect the cities of La Serena and Puerto Montt, spanning nearly 1,500 kilometers. The objective of the partnership is to establish a seamless charging infrastructure for long-distance travel, making EV road trips more practical across large distances in Chile.
Each Supercharger location will be equipped with four charging stalls capable of delivering up to 250 kW of power, all sourced from renewable energy provided by Copec Emoac. While specific hardware details have not been confirmed by Tesla, it is speculated by electrive that these chargers are likely part of Tesla’s white-label “Supercharger for Business” program introduced in 2025. This means that the stations will bear Copec branding and will be integrated into Copec’s digital ecosystem, rather than featuring Tesla’s traditional red-and-white design.
The partnership also signifies a more open charging strategy, with Copec planning to enable drivers to pay for charging sessions using its own app, complete with loyalty rewards. This move aims to make the network open and interoperable, in order to accelerate EV adoption throughout Chile.
This development comes at a strategic time for Tesla, as the company has been steadily expanding its presence across South America. Having officially launched vehicle sales in Chile in early 2024 and opened its first South American showroom in the country last fall, Tesla has been making significant strides in the region. The recent entry into Colombia further solidifies the company’s regional push. The Supercharger partnership with Copec is expected to strengthen Tesla’s position in Chile by addressing a key barrier to EV adoption: reliable, long-distance charging infrastructure.
Copec CEO Arturo Natho emphasized the rapid growth of Chile’s public charging network, which currently boasts around 1,600 charging points. However, with more than 60% of municipalities lacking public chargers, there is still a significant gap to be filled. The collaboration between Tesla and Copec is poised to bridge this divide, particularly along major travel routes, positioning Chile as a prominent EV market in Latin America.