Electric vehicle charging corridor along I-10 initiated by Greenlane
Greenlane, a joint venture between Daimler Truck North America, NextEra Energy Resources, and Blackrock's Global Infrastructure fund, is developing a nationwide network of commercial EV charging corridors for medium- and heavy-duty electric fleets [1][2][3]. The latest development in this initiative is the expansion of the second corridor along the I-10 Interstate, connecting Southern California to Phoenix, Arizona.
The I-10 corridor project includes a flagship Greenlane Center in Colton, California, opened in April 2025, featuring more than 40 high-speed chargers designed specifically for medium- and heavy-duty EVs, including trucks and buses [2]. Additional planned sites are set to be developed in Blythe, California, and the Greater Phoenix area, aiming to provide charging hubs spaced roughly 60 to 90 miles apart to enable reliable long-haul freight operations [1][2].
A strategic partnership with electric truck manufacturer Windrose Technology supports this corridor expansion. During successful interoperability testing at the Colton site, Windrose's R700 Class 8 electric semi-truck achieved a peak charge rate of 772 kW with its dual-gun charging technology, and completed single-charge journeys from Greenlane's Colton location to Buckeye, Arizona, and Las Vegas [2][3].
The nearly 300-mile journey on the Phoenix route carrying a near-maximum payload demonstrates the real-world capability of electric trucks for demanding long-haul freight operations [2][3]. Nevoya, an electric trucking carrier, will be one of the first customers on these routes, operating battery-electric trucks along the I-15 and I-10 corridors [3].
John Verdon, Chief Commercial Officer at Nevoya, stated that the partnership allows Nevoya to demonstrate that long-haul electric trucking is practical, scalable, and the future of freight [3]. Patrick Macdonald-King, CEO of Greenlane, stated that the second corridor was strategically selected to best support carriers and shippers who keep the economy moving [3].
Greenlane's charging stations will be publicly accessible, with pay-per-kWh fees varying by location, time, and contracts. Fleets can negotiate reduced rates via subscriptions and offtake agreements [3]. The project aligns with U.S. federal initiatives to decarbonize freight transport [1][2].
In summary, Greenlane's I-10 corridor currently has an operational hub in Colton with expansion underway toward Phoenix, aiming for a complete, strategically spaced commercial EV charging network by late 2026 to support medium- and heavy-duty electric freight vehicles across this important freight route [1][2][3]. This initiative underscores Greenlane's commitment to facilitating the transition to electric transportation for the freight industry.
[Editor's note: a Windrose exec recently posted on LinkedIn that the company may be having financial difficulties.]
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