As of February 2022[update], the state government recognizes I-35 and I-70 as potential charging corridors, with plans for charging stations to be located every 50 miles (80 km).[5]
By region
Kansas City
In July 2022, Panasonic announced plans to build a US$4 billion electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant in De Soto, which would be the largest in the state.[6]
Lawrence
As of September 2022[update], there were 26 public charging stations in Lawrence.[7]
Manhattan
As of September 2022[update], there were 19 public charging stations in Manhattan.[7]
Wichita
Wichita introduced the first electric bus to its municipal fleet in January 2020, becoming the first local government in Kansas to do so.[8]