Tinley Park, IL – Electric vehicle drivers in Tinley Park will see expanded charging options beginning Monday, Dec. 2, as the village launches a new EV charging network and updated payment system across several high-traffic locations.
According to the Village of Tinley Park, the rollout includes 16 total chargers distributed throughout Downtown Tinley, the Tinley Park Convention Center, and Village Hall. At present, six chargers are already available in the downtown area, and additional units will be brought online as part of the December expansion.
Village officials said users will now pay for charging through the EV Connect mobile app, available on both Android and iPhone. The new system replaces older village-operated payment methods and is intended to streamline access for the growing number of EV drivers passing through the Chicago Southland region.
Rates for the upgraded chargers will be $0.40 per kilowatt-hour for the first three hours of charging. After the initial three-hour window, the fee will shift to $5 for each additional hour a vehicle remains plugged in. Officials said the hourly overage fee helps promote turnover so more drivers can access charging during peak times.
The village noted that its long-term plan is to continue expanding EV infrastructure around key commercial and commuter corridors, supporting both local drivers and visitors from across Cook County and the southwest suburbs.
Residents can find more information about charger locations, how to use the EV Connect app, and future updates through the village’s website.
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