Fast charging stations in Grayson and Sparta bring statewide total to five stations
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 25, 2025) – Kentucky’s electric vehicle (EV) network of fast charging stations is growing as part of Team Kentucky’s commitment to support long-distance travel and connectivity for Kentuckians. EV fast chargers are now open at Love’s facilities in Grayson and Sparta. The newest additions mean five stations are now open as part of Kentucky’s EV Charging Program, which is supported by federal funds.
“Team Kentucky continues to lead the way in building out a network of accessible, convenient and affordable EV charging stations to support commutes and travel across our state,” said Gov. Andy Beshear. “Having five stations open is just the beginning. Dozens more will follow and include all regions of the state. Opening the first station in northern Kentucky and a second station in eastern Kentucky is another important milestone.”
The Grayson site is located at 750 North Carol Malone Boulevard just off Interstate 64 at Exit 172. The Sparta site is located at 499 Loves Drive just off Interstate 71 at Exit 55. Both sites have two units capable of charging four vehicles at 160 kilowatts each.
Love’s Travel Stops in Grayson and Sparta are the fourth and fifth stations to come online as part of the federally funded National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. Sites are also open in Berea, Hazard and Richmond.
“We are proud to bring these stations online with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet,” said Ryan Erickson, vice president of Love’s Alternative Energy. “These locations bring amenities for a smooth stop including quick service restaurants and fresh food and beverage options, Wi-Fi and a Mobile-to-Go Zone with the latest technologies, weather-protective canopies, clean restrooms and even a dog park. Grayson and Sparta add to our more than 175 chargers among 38 locations across 14 states.”
Grayson and Sparta sites were approved in October 2023 and awarded $650,000 and $625,000, respectively, through the EV Charging Program for the project.
Kentucky’s EV Charging Network
Kentucky is moving forward with 46 fast charging stations from 11 developers awarded $31.6 million in obligated NEVI federal formula funds. The number of total sites awarded has fluctuated slightly because of a few sites withdrawing from the program since inception, largely because of changes in management.
“Having accessible fast charging stations located across the Commonwealth is going to make a real difference for Kentuckians and those visiting our state,” said Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Secretary Jim Gray. “We expect most of the awarded stations to be open by this time next year.”
The sites are along the state’s interstates and parkways. Each station must have at least four charging ports of 150 kilowatts or more, be accessible to the public 24 hours a day/seven days a week, and work with most EV models.
KYTC will not develop, own, operate or maintain the charging stations. Each developer must fund at least 20% of the construction and operational costs and is required to maintain the operation of the charging stations for at least five years.
The Federal Highway Administration recently updated the guidance to states. The Kentucky project team is currently reviewing the guidance with plans to submit an updated deployment plan to potentially add more stations in the future.
Visit EVCharging.ky.gov for more information about the program.
