2026 Toyota bZ Goes on Sale with Upgraded Convenience Features, Expanded Charging Network Options for all Toyota BEV Drivers

PLANO, Texas (Oct. 22, 2025) - Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) is announcingseveral initiatives that aim to benefit 2026 Toyota bZ battery electric vehicle (BEV) drivers as the vehicle begins arriving at dealersnationwide this month. In addition to a host of performance and range improvements, bZdrivers will also be able toenjoy access to avastly expanded network of DC fast chargers, including the Tesla Supercharger Network, new Plug & Charge capability,and intelligent Apple Maps EV Routing.

Expanded Charging Network
Along with being able to use DC fast charging networks like IONNA, Chargepoint,and EVgo, 2026 Toyota bZdrivers will be able to access more than 25,000 plugs inNorth America throughtheTesla Supercharger Network.[1]

Toyota drivers canfind these Tesla Superchargers,as well as other compatible SAE J3400 North American Charging System (NACS) networks,through the Toyota app.

To make charging even simpler, 2026 model year BEVs will have Plug & Charge, which can initiatecharging by simply plugging in after a one-time enrollment setup through the Toyota app.[2]

The Tesla Supercharger Network will be the first charging network that is Plug & Charge-enabled for model year 2026 BEV owners, with other charging networks such as IONNA, ChargePoint, and EVgoto follow.

"The BEV ecosystem is different than that of internal combustion engines and hybrids, but the goal remains the same: to provide a high-quality Toyota experience our customers can count on for the long haul," said Thibaut de Barros Conti, vice president, Business Development, TMNA. "We're delighted to be able to provide our battery electric vehicle customers meaningful enhancements throughout their vehicle ownership experience."

Complimentary Charging Adapters
All 2026 Toyota BEVs will come standard with adapters that allow backward compatibility tocharge at SAE J1772and Combined Charging System (CCS) stations, providingeven greater charging convenience and flexibility.

Starting in November, model year 2023-25 Toyota bZ4X ownerswill receive a letter from Toyota directing them tocontact their dealer to receiveone complimentary NACS charging adapter.[3]

Like all Toyota Genuine Accessories, these adaptersmeet Toyota's standards for durability and qualityand arethe only adapter units that come with the assurance of Toyota warrantycoverage.

Apple Maps EV Routing

To further complement the BEV ecosystem, Toyota recently introduced support for Apple Maps EV Routing via Apple CarPlay. Available for all 2023 and newer Toyota BEVs, Apple Maps can now access real-time vehicle information to efficiently navigate iPhone users to compatible chargers on the way to their destinations, taking into accountfactors like battery performance and elevation changes.

[1] MY2023-25 BEV drivers will need an SAE J1772 to J3400 adapter (aka "NACS Adapter") to access NACS plugs.

[2] 4G Network dependent, with an active Remote Connect trial or subscription.

[3] Charging a Toyota or Lexus vehicle with an unauthorized accessory may void the vehicle's warranty and may negatively impact vehicle performance and safety.

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