Last Updated on May 2, 2026 by Craig Allen Keefner
Kohl's stores are integrating both EV charging stations and self-checkout kiosks to enhance the customer experience. The EV charging stations are Volta Charging units, manufactured by Peerless-AV, with over 2118 locations reported as of November 24, 2021. These stations allow customers to charge their electric vehicles, offering approximately 50 miles of range in 20 minutes, while they shop or return items. For self-checkout, Kohl's utilizes Toshiba hardware, complemented by Zebra self-checkout scanners, providing a convenient option for shoppers.
What are the details of Kohls Kiosk EV Charging Stations and Self-Checkout Kiosks?
Kohl's stores feature Volta Charging Stations for electric vehicles, manufactured by Peerless-AV, offering approximately 50 miles of range in 20 minutes. These stations are strategically placed, with 75% of drivers checking Google Maps for charging needs. Additionally, Kohl's utilizes Toshiba hardware for self-checkouts, complemented by Zebra self-checkout scanners, providing a convenient shopping experience. The article details a personal experience discovering these new installations.
Road trip to Kohl’s last night. Usually, a trip to Kohls’s is to return something to Amazon. They serve as an incoming return center and are pretty handy. We use Kohls as a pickup point for Amazon orders to family in Minnesota who live in apartment complexes with unsecure package dropoff (that’s another story…). When we drop off a return Kohls gives us a coupon and we end up spending $20 or so.
Last night we actually had some coupons and were shopping but when we parked it was right next to some brand new Volta Charging Stations for electric vehicles, made by Peerless-AV. Very impressive stuff.
The first place 75% of drivers will check for a needed charging station will be Google Maps. That is one reason fast-casual restaurants are looking to augment their drive-thrus to essentially drive-in’s. Rapid charge is 20 minutes for 50 miles. Why not have a sandwich OR do some Christmas shopping at Kohls?
As of today 2118 Volta locations (11/24/2021)
The self-checkouts are nice though they are starting to look their age a bit (they went in last year for Xmas). Toshiba provides most of the hardware though Zebra does the nice self-checkout scanners. The clerk checkout are still using “Symbol” scanners (sold by Zebra). Makes me think of Motorola and all the tech they did and owned. Kodak for that matter.
Charging Station and Checkout Photos
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- Outdoor view driving up
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- A store interior with aisles boasting various products, including a convenient charging station. Signs like grab & go and great gifts enhance the atmosphere. In the background, counters labeled 9 and 10 serve as checkouts where people gather with their finds.
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- Parking good for an hour?
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- A woman stands at a checkout counter in a stores online self-pickup area, where a convenient charging station offers added convenience. Behind her are neatly arranged shelves with packages, while the counter displays an array of candies and snacks. Bright overhead lights illuminate the space.
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- People are shopping in a store where two women with children use the self-checkout kiosk near a handy charging station. Others stand nearby, surrounded by racks of gift cards and merchandise on the wooden floor, illuminated by bright lighting.
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- At Kohls self-checkout station, a touch screen displays the store logo, with nearby gift cards and a hand sanitizer dispenser. A charging station is conveniently placed by the bagging area, while a security monitor shows an overhead view of the bustling checkout zone.
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- In the parking lot of a bustling commercial building, several cars are parked beneath a cloudy sky. A digital advertisement screen flashes beside a prominent charging station, while sparse trees and bushes add a touch of greenery to the scene.
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- A parking lot featuring a modern charging station, its screen brightly displaying Hello. Nearby, several cars are neatly parked against the backdrop of a commercial building and a cloudy sky.
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- Up close and personal
Peerless-AV Charging Station Links
- Blog from 2019
- Blog from 2016 (ahead of their time)
- Contact Peerless-AV
Charging on Google Maps
The first place 75% of drivers will check for a needed EV station will be Google Maps. That is one reason fast-casual restaurants are looking to augment their drive-thrus to essentially drive-in’s. Rapid charge is 20 minutes for 50 miles. Why not have a sandwich OR do some Christmas shopping at Kohls?
- EV Connect Charging
- Electric Vehicle Charging
- Volta Charging
- The common term between them all is “Charging Station
Charging Station Map
What additional resources are available for EV charging station information?
- Additional resources for EV charging station information include an article on how Peerless-AV and Volta are advancing electric vehicle charging, and a guide on six key questions to ask about RFID readers for EV chargers.
