Washington, D.C. — Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores received a $4.8 million award from the Federal Highway Administration’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program to install electric‑vehicle chargers at eight of its sites.
The grant arrives as the trucking industry faces mounting pressure to support zero‑emission vehicles while keeping routes reliable for long‑haul drivers. With more than 640 Love’s locations nationwide, the chain sits on prime real estate for fast‑charge hubs that can service both diesel rigs and the growing fleet of electric trucks. The NEVI program, funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, aims to create a coast‑to‑coast network of chargers, a move that could reshape route planning for OTR truck drivers and owner‑operators alike.
Two states will benefit from the allocation: Pennsylvania receives $2.6 million for new chargers in Slippery Rock, Mifflinville, Brookville and Jonestown; Colorado gets $2.2 million to upgrade existing stations in Buena Vista, Eads, Parachute and Hudson. Love’s was selected together with Trillium Energy Solutions, a firm that designs, builds and maintains clean‑fueling stations. Trillium’s zero‑emission general manager, Kim Okafor, said the partnership leverages Love’s footprint to help transportation departments roll out NEVI projects state by state.
What This Means for Drivers
CDL‑A drivers will soon see fast‑charge points at Love’s stops that can add 100 miles of range in under 30 minutes, cutting idle time on long hauls. Owner‑operators with electric trucks gain access to a predictable charging network, reducing the need to detour to specialty stations. Fleet managers can route vehicles through Love’s locations knowing that power will be available, simplifying compliance with emerging FMCSA regulations on emissions. The added infrastructure also supports truck driver jobs that require electric‑vehicle experience, expanding the pool of qualified candidates for carriers hiring now.
Industry Reaction
Trucking associations have praised the move as a practical step toward a greener corridor without sacrificing profitability. The American Trucking Associations noted that reliable charging at well‑known rest stops removes a major barrier to EV adoption among independent operators. While the source did not quote specific carriers, industry observers expect that trucking companies hiring now will factor the new chargers into their route‑optimization software, giving Love’s a competitive edge in attracting fleet business.
Key Points
- $4.8 million federal grant awarded to Love’s Travel Stops for EV charging infrastructure.
- Eight sites across Pennsylvania and Colorado will receive fast‑charge stations.
- Trillium Energy Solutions will design, build and maintain the new chargers.
- Funding supports NEVI’s national goal of a comprehensive EV charger network under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
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