# Tesla will double its Supercharger network in the Republic by the end of this summer.

*business · news · 2026-04-08 · The Irish Times*

## Key points

- Tesla will double its Irish Supercharger sites from 9 to 18 by the end of summer.
- Building Supercharger sites in Ireland takes two to three years, much longer than other regions.
- Tesla plans to introduce 500kW chargers at some European sites starting next year.
- Tesla received €150 million from the EU in 2023 for DC charging infrastructure, including Ireland.
- Tesla expects to achieve 75% of its desired Irish network coverage with this summer's expansion.

**Companies:** Tesla
**Countries:** Ireland

[Read the full story on The Irish Times](https://www.irishtimes.com/motors/2026/04/08/tesla-to-double-irish-supercharger-network-by-end-of-summer/)

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