Velocicharge expands EV charging network with new site in Isabela
Puerto Rico-based Velocicharge has completed Phase 4 of its expansion and launched Phase 5, marked by the opening of a new charging station in Isabela and a slate of new partnerships aimed at strengthening the island’s electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure.
The Isabela station, located at Plaza Isabela, officially opened following delays tied to certification procedures with LUMA Energy.
“The delay in LUMA’s certification is a sign of how important it is for us to continue helping, so that the processes, regulations, rates and training for this industry are tempered,” said Carlos Vizcarrondo, CEO of Velocicharge LLC and Visotek Corp.
The 24-hour station features 50 kilowatt-hour (kWh) fast chargers with CCS1 and Tesla connectors using the North American Charging Standard (NACS), and is compatible with all-electric vehicles. Plug-in hybrid drivers are advised to verify compatibility, as many require Level 2 charging with J1772 connectors.
Velocicharge now operates 12 public charging stations across Puerto Rico, including locations at Plaza Las Américas, Plaza del Caribe in Ponce, The Outlets at Montehiedra, 66 in Canóvanas and the Shops at Caguas.
Alongside its physical expansion, the company is actively contributing to public policy. Velocicharge supported Senate Bill 214, which proposes adding EV charging infrastructure to Puerto Rico’s Incentives Code.
“We offered data and support for the measure’s proposals… and for creating tools that encourage users to use charging stations correctly and for educational purposes,” Vizcarrondo said.
Strategic partnerships remain central to Velocicharge’s growth. Recent collaborations include installations at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, Banco Popular branches, Triple-S headquarters, gas stations and an upcoming charger at Hyundai’s Guaynabo dealership.
These chargers operate under the “Powered by Velocicharge” model and are connected to the company’s proprietary app, which provides real-time charger availability and access across participating locations.
“Powered by Velocicharge are private charging stations that, when connected to our network, can provide reliable access to the public,” said Marketing Director Juan Alvarado, adding that the network’s reliability is closely tied to these collaborations.
Although the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program remains paused, Velocicharge continues with internal upgrades. Phase 5 includes new hardware and software, as well as the installation of faster chargers — up to 120kWh — at high-traffic locations.
“The strong support of our partners and the trust of the community drive us to continue innovating,” Vizcarrondo said. “Despite the challenges with permitting and the NEVI pause, at Velocicharge we are already designing the next phases of expansion.”
Founded in 2021, Velocicharge manages more than 100 charging stations across public and private sites and serves more than 8,900 active users.
