The Shapiro Administration announced the opening of six new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations funded through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, bringing the statewide total to 17, second highest in the nation.

Several of the new stations are located in northwestern Pennsylvania, strengthening the region's growing EV infrastructure and accessibility.

Among the newly launched charging sites:

  •New Castle, Lawrence County – Located on Route 224 near Interstate 376 (Exit 13) at Sheetz.

  •Brookville, Jefferson County – Located at Love’s Travel Stop along I-80 (Exit 81).

  •Meadville, Crawford County – Located at Giant Eagle along I-79 (Exit 147).

These projects are part of a broader $9 million federal investment under the NEVI program, with the total Pennsylvania allocation at $171.5 million.

To date, PennDOT has obligated approximately $70 million to support 90 NEVI projects statewide, including many in rural and underserved areas.

“By prioritizing infrastructure projects in regions like Crawford, Lawrence, and Jefferson Counties, we’re ensuring EV drivers in northwestern Pennsylvania have convenient, reliable access to clean transportation,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “This isn't just about connectivity, it’s about jobs, economic growth, and environmental stewardship.”

Since Pennsylvania’s first NEVI station opened, the network has powered more than 17,400 charging sessions, enabling 2 million miles of EV travel and reducing carbon emissions by more than 950,000 pounds.

For a full list of current and planned EV station sites, including upcoming rounds of NEVI awards, visit PennDOT’s NEVI website.

To view national NEVI program data and award dashboards, visit evstates.org.