Love's to Add EV Charging Stations at Four Texas Sites
Texans driving electric vehicles will gain four new fast-charging sites at Love's locations by late April 2027.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Love's Travel Stops is investing $2.4 million to install new DC Fast Charging stations at four Texas locations. Construction for these upgrades is scheduled to begin March 1, 2027.
Why it matters
As more than 370,000 Texans shift to electric vehicles, the state is seeing increased infrastructure investment to keep pace with demand. This expansion adds more fast-charging options along key travel routes.
The project covers four site upgrades, each costing $600,000, across a network that includes 84 existing Texas locations. The specific sites slated for these improvements are located in Weimar, Fort Stockton, Edinburg, and Sweetwater.
The players
Love's Travel Stops
A national network of travel stops providing fuel and supplies for motorists with a total of 600 locations.
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
The state agency responsible for overseeing building project filings and safety compliance in Texas.
Buc-ee's
A competing regional chain of travel centers that currently operates 37 locations across Texas.
The details
Each of the four sites will receive high-speed DC Fast Charging technology designed to reduce wait times for EV drivers on the road. The project includes added amenities such as windshield cleaning supplies at the charging stations. This setup allows travelers to charge their vehicles while accessing standard travel stop facilities.
Timeline
Construction at the four locations is scheduled to begin March 1, 2027.
Work at the four sites is expected to conclude by April 26, 2027.
The Home Front
This investment highlights the ongoing expansion of EV infrastructure across Texas to support the state's 370,000 electric vehicle drivers. It represents a competitive response by national travel stop operators to meet the charging needs of modern long-distance commuters.
If you drive an electric vehicle, you can plan for these additional fast-charging options to come online in Weimar, Fort Stockton, Edinburg, and Sweetwater by late April 2027. Keep an eye on your vehicle's navigation app for future site-specific updates once construction wraps.
The takeaway
Reliable fast-charging infrastructure remains a critical factor for long-distance travel in an electric vehicle. Drivers should verify the current availability of chargers via their manufacturer's mobile app before embarking on long trips through these regions.
Further reading
For more on the changing landscape of local charging options, visit Electric Vehicles.
Source note: This article includes information reported by MySA.
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