Maybe you are wondering about the news of electric Honda Prologue or Acura ZDX and how it can make your decision easier. One of the major inconveniences of electric vehicle owners—locating a fast and reliable charger while traveling—is now almost solved. Honda and Acura have made a significant move by giving their customers access to more than 23,500 Tesla Superchargers in the U.S.
In fact, from July 2025 onwards, Tesla Superchargers will be at the disposal of the customers of Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX, who need the fastest charging network most. It was announced that the agreement would take place, and after a very short time, it is now sealed. Ryan Harty, American Honda’s assistant vice president of Sustainability & Business Development, summarized it nicely: “Honda and Acura EV owners can hardly believe how much easier it is now to plan a road trip.”
There is a bit of tech going on backstage to interconnect the two. Prologue and ZDX are CCS1 standard users, while Tesla Superchargers are currently equipped with the NACS (SAE J3400) connector. To connect the two, Honda and Acura have come up with a NACS-to-CCS1 adapter which could be available at a dealership or can be purchased online for $225. The adapters underwent safety, performance, and compatibility tests and are the only way that Honda has approved for Supercharger use.
For the time being, charging sessions need the Tesla app. Honda is in the process of baking Supercharger access into its own HondaLink and Acura EV apps, and plug-and-charge support will come later. Meanwhile, drivers can locate Superchargers using Google Maps or the HondaLink/Acura EV apps, keeping things straightforward enough.
Charging speeds won’t be a concern. The Honda Prologue will charge from 20% to 80% in approximately 35 minutes at a rate of up to 150 kW, while the Acura ZDX, with its larger battery, will charge to 80% in approximately 42 minutes at a rate of up to 190 kW. The chargers are much like GM’s, which is not surprising since both cars utilize GM’s Ultium platform. There are a few things of note practically: some Superchargers have shorter cables, so alignment when parking is important, and it’s wise to inspect the adapter for damage or debris before connecting. You can track charging from the car’s dashboard or app.
This is not only a victory for Honda and Acura. Additional automakers are becoming part of Tesla’s NACS network, such as Ford, Rivian, GM, Volvo, Polestar, Nissan, Lucid, Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai, Genesis, Kia, and now Honda and Acura. Others, such as BMW, Toyota, Subaru, Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsc, he will soon follow suit. The pattern is clear: North America is going with the NACS standard, and other charging networks are beginning to install NACS-compatible stations too.
The timing is right for Honda and Acura. The Honda Prologue has become an immediate top-seller in electric SUVs in the U.S., with over 16,000 sold in the first half of 2025. Acura’s ZDX has been a surprise success, with over 10,000 sold by June, out-selling others like the Cadillac Lyriq. Incentives are also aiding, with states offering the ZDX at a discount as high as $30,000 off, which means leasing is cheaper than a Honda CR-V. The Prologue can be leased for as low as $259 per month, though federal offers will cease in September.
Honda isn’t done with Tesla. By 2030, Honda will provide its EV owners with access to almost 100,000 DC fast chargers throughout North America through networks such as IONNA, EVgo, and others. With these efforts, Honda and Acura are making serious inroads in the EV space, allowing drivers to bid farewell to range anxiety and charging concerns.
