Revel Opens First EV Fast-Charging Hub in San Francisco
On March 24, 2025, Brooklyn-based electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure company Revel marked a significant milestone in its westward expansion by launching its first fast-charging hub in San Francisco. Located in the city’s vibrant Mission District, this new station represents Revel’s entry into the West Coast market and underscores its commitment to bringing reliable, high-speed EV charging to America’s densest urban centers. With plans to expand across the Bay Area over the next year, Revel is poised to play a key role in supporting the region’s booming electric vehicle adoption.
A New Charger in Town
The San Francisco hub, situated at 199 Erie Street, features 12 DC fast chargers, each boasting a robust 320 kW capacity. Manufactured by EV charging solutions provider Kempower, these chargers are designed to deliver rapid charging speeds, capable of bringing an average EV to 80% capacity in as little as 20 to 30 minutes. Open 24/7 and compatible with all EV makes and models—thanks to both NACS and CCS plug options—the station is a public resource aimed at meeting the needs of San Francisco’s growing EV community. Charging prices start at 59 cents per kilowatt-hour, offering a competitive option for drivers in a city where EV ownership is surging.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie officiated the ribbon-cutting ceremony, emphasizing the hub’s alignment with the city’s ambitious climate goals. “San Francisco has always been a leader in electric vehicle adoption,” Lurie said. “These new chargers will make it even easier for residents to make the switch to EVs with fast and reliable charging.” The event highlighted a shared vision between the city and Revel to electrify transportation and reduce emissions, with San Francisco aiming to electrify 25% of private vehicles by 2030 and achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.
Why San Francisco?
The choice of San Francisco as Revel’s West Coast debut is no coincidence. The Bay Area boasts some of the highest EV ownership rates in the United States, with over 35% of new vehicle sales in San Francisco being electric in 2024—far exceeding the national average of around 8%. This robust adoption rate, coupled with the city’s dense urban landscape, makes it an ideal proving ground for Revel’s model of accessible, high-speed charging. Unlike suburban areas where home charging is more common, many San Francisco residents rely on street parking, amplifying the need for public infrastructure like Revel’s.
“For years, Revel has operated the largest, fastest, and most reliable fast-charging network in New York City,” said Frank Reig, co-founder and CEO of Revel. “Now we’re bringing our model to the number one EV market in North America.” Reig’s statement reflects the company’s strategy of targeting urban centers where EVs can have the greatest impact on air quality and quality of life, yet where charging infrastructure has historically lagged behind demand.
Building on a Proven Model
Revel’s San Francisco launch comes on the heels of its success in New York City, where it operates over 100 fast chargers across multiple hubs. Just a week prior, the company opened 24 new chargers at John F. Kennedy International Airport, and last month, it secured a $60 million loan from NY Green Bank to triple its New York network to 300 chargers by the end of 2025. This includes ambitious projects like a 60-stall site in Maspeth, Queens, and a 48-stall station near LaGuardia Airport. The San Francisco hub is the first step in a broader plan to install over 125 additional chargers across the Bay Area—including San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and South San Francisco—within the next 12 months.
“Our mission at Revel is to bring reliable fast-charging to dense urban areas where EVs can have the biggest impact on quality of life, but where charging is hardest to come by,” said Paul Suhey, co-founder and COO of Revel. This focus on reliability sets Revel apart in an industry often plagued by broken or slow chargers, aiming to provide EV drivers with the confidence that they can charge quickly and seamlessly when they need to.
A Step Toward a Greener Future
The Mission District hub is more than just a charging station—it’s a symbol of San Francisco’s commitment to sustainability. The city currently has 1,152 public EV chargers, with plans to expand to at least 1,750 by 2030, according to the San Francisco Environment Department. Revel’s addition of 12 chargers, with more on the way, supports this goal and addresses a critical barrier to EV adoption: charging accessibility. Jake Potent, Revel’s vice president of corporate affairs, noted that the company aims to build 125 new chargers in the Bay Area by the end of 2025, further solidifying its role in the region’s green transition.
Local leaders see this as a win for both the environment and the economy. “San Francisco is open for business,” Mayor Lurie added, “and I’m excited to be here with Revel, a company that shares our vision to electrify transport and reduce emissions in our city.” The hub’s launch also follows Revel’s pivot from its earlier ventures—like its discontinued electric moped service in San Francisco—to a sharper focus on large-scale charging infrastructure, a move that aligns with the city’s needs in 2025.
What’s Next for Revel?
Revel’s San Francisco hub is just the beginning of its West Coast ambitions. Beyond the Bay Area, the company has plans to expand to Los Angeles in 2026, where it will build a 42-stall “Superhub.” With a goal of operating 1,000 fast chargers across New York City, the Bay Area, and Los Angeles within the next two years, Revel is positioning itself as a leader in urban EV infrastructure. Its experience in New York—where it has tackled the challenges of dense populations, limited space, and high demand—gives it a blueprint for success in California’s EV-heavy markets.
For San Francisco drivers, the new hub offers a practical solution to a pressing need, while for Revel, it’s a bold step into a region ripe for innovation. As the company continues to grow, its focus on reliability, accessibility, and urban impact could set a new standard for EV charging nationwide, proving that the future of transportation is not just electric—it’s fast, convenient, and city-ready.