Superchargers
Past Tesletter articles
150kW Supercharger mega test
They took 6 cars to the Supercharger in the middle of the night to do a 5% to 90% charge test with the new 2019.12 software that unlocks 150kW peak rate.
Advocates band together to clean up Tesla’s Supercharging stations
If you follow us on Twitter you probably saw us tweeting about this. After a few people tweeted pictures of Superchargers with a lot of trash laying around, a few owners have organized themselves and decided to take care of their local Superchargers. Great initiative!
Read more: CleanTechnica
From issue #71Another end-of-quarter means referral program updates
We are in the last month of Q3 and Tesla - as always - is trying to add incentives for folks to get a new Tesla. This means you and anyone using your referral link can now earn 2,000 miles of free Supercharging when purchasing a new Tesla car or solar panels as long as this happens before October 1st. If you are in the market for a new Tesla and need a code to get this free Supercharging ,you can use our referral code https://www.tesla.com/referral/ignacio9266
Read more: Tesla
From issue #76Another tryout of Tesla Supercharger v3
9% - 50% 12 min 9% - 60% 15 min 9% - 70% 19 min 9% - 80% 25 min 9% - 90% 35 min
Read more: Twitter
From issue #52Changes to Supercharging billing
California is introducing a new law to regulate how EV chargers should be billed and with it, Tesla is about to change the calculation they use to bill for Supercharging. Owners will also be billed for kWh consumed by the car going towards the HVAC system, battery heater, etc. If you ask me, this makes a lot of sense ( I wasn’t even aware this wasn’t the case).
Read more: Twitter
From issue #94Destination Superchargers locations
Have you ever stayed at a hotel and didn’t realize there was a Supercharger? How many are there and where? Here’s a spreadsheet with some numbers. «Looking at the numbers it seems that destination chargers are distributed in proportion to the total population of a country rather than by the number of tesla owners of a country.»- says Arxcis.
See more: Google doc
From issue #18Factors that can influence Superchargers speeds
Outside temperature, battery pack temperature, battery state of charge when you plug in, sharing stalls, etc. are some of the reasons that may cause different charge rates at Superchargers. Check out the complete list.
Read more: Reddit
From issue #16First CCS Supercharger in Norway
In Homestrand (Norway), 4 of 16 stalls have now dual chargers. First M3’s are expected in February.
Read more: Reddit
From issue #41Free unlimited Supercharging extended for MS and MX with referral program
The latest round of Tesla’s referral program for owners was supposed to end on July 15th, but the automaker has extended it for two more weeks – maintaining the opportunity for new buyers to get free unlimited Supercharging for Model S and Model X vehicles a little longer.
Why only two weeks? Is Tesla preparing something else?
Read more: Electrek
From issue #17Growth of Tesla Superchargers all over the world - Nov 2012 to Feb 2019
Read more: Reddit
From issue #50How pairing at Supercharging works
This isn’t new content but it’s usually not clear how Superchargers work, so here it comes. Two stalls at Superchargers share one charger. For example, 2A and 2B are connected to charger #2 and sharing power. As a rule of thumb, when you are at a Supercharger try to pick stalls that have both A and B stations open, that way you won’t be penalized as much.
Read more: TMC Forum
From issue #42Ideas for your next Tesla road trip
As charging infrastructure grows across the country, electric car manufacturers are reassuring owners that long road trips are just as feasible as with fossil-fuel powered vehicles.
To illustrate this, USA TODAY asked electric car maker Tesla to identify charging options on five popular long distance routes across the country.
Read more: USA TODAY
From issue #10Kettleman City is upgrading to V3
Kettleman City is for sure at the top of my favorite Superchargers. If you happen to be in California and drive close by, stop for a quick charge and a latte. This week this Supercharger is getting even more awesome since Tesla started converting its stalls to V3. It’s great news that soon- maybe even on time for Thanksgiving?- we will have 40 V3 Superchargers between LA and SF!
Read more: Reddit
From issue #84Latest software improves Tesla Supercharger times by up to 25%
Good news for owners that have a Model S or X, the latest software - thanks to warming up battery when you head to a Supercharger - improves supercharging times by up to 25%. It is pretty amazing that cars from 2012 are still getting better! For now if you use the navigation when heading to a Supercharger, that way your car will charge faster.
According to Elon, between the software update, the new v3, and the increase in power in v2, Superchargers charge time will drop by a factor of 2 for the whole Tesla fleet and a factor of 4 for Model 3s. These changes more than double total Supercharger system throughput worldwide.
Read more: Twitter
From issue #50Los Angeles to Las Vegas supercharger guide & review
EThe main qualities of superchargers evaluated and shared by Taxhero (thanks for that!) are:
Apart from the overall score or the supercharger, in this thread Taxhero analyzes the following qualities of the superchargers between Los Angeles and Las Vegas: availability, accessibility, amenities, restrooms, food options, and proximity to amenities.
The superchargers reviewed are Rancho Cucamonga, Yermo, Baker, and Primm.
Thank for sharing!
Read more: Reddit
From issue #2Squeegee stations being added to some Supercharger locations (finally!)
Tesla’s Supercharger network is gradually starting to replace gas stations for Tesla owners, but it has so far been missing an important tool that drivers find at gas stations: a squeegee.
Now it looks like Tesla is finally starting to add the requested feature to some Supercharger stations. Next car air pumps!
Read more: Electrek
From issue #11
Tesla Supercharger capacity will double by end of next year
More and faster Superchargers coming next year, according to Elon’s Twitter: «Tesla Supercharger capacity will double by end of next year. Expect to be within range of 95% to 100% of population in all active markets.»
Read more: Twitter
From issue #34Tesla Supercharger locations 2013-2018
From 68 to 1,430 in 5 years, that is impressive!
Read more: Reddit
From issue #40Tesla Supercharger map to be updated soon
According to a tweet by Elon Musk, Tesla is working on permits and construction of new Superchargers and the map should be updated soon. Stay tuned!
Read more: Twitter
From issue #9Tesla changes Supercharger prices
This is two stories in one. Last week Tesla increased the price of the kWh by almost 33% in most countries but then a few days later, and after a lot of complaints from users, it decreased the price by 10% to keep people happy. In a few days, the price of the kWh in California went from $0.26 per kWh to $0.34 per kWh and now is down to $0.28 kWh which is only about a 10% increase from the original price.
Read more: Electrek here and here
From issue #43Tesla debuts massive V3 Supercharger station in the heart of Las Vegas Strip
This Supercharger station has 24 V3 charging stalls and 15 additional Tesla wall connectors. The wall connectors are powered by solar panels during the day and by power walls at night. Honestly, this Supercharger looks amazing! And on top of that, it’s great news that Tesla is already installing V3 Superchargers outside of the beta test locations and that they are using a full Tesla solar system to power them. This makes possible installing Superchargers that are independent from the electirc grid opening it up to more remote locations.
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Tesla original Supercharging event from 2012
Tesla had 4 Supercharger locations with 4 stalls in 2012. Fast forward to the present, Tesla has almost 1,400 locations with 11,400 stalls. Just wow.
Tesla unlocks 150 kW at V2 Superchargers in Europe
I’ve heard this from a bunch of people in Spain - I’m originally from Spain but have been in the US for 8 years now - and it seems like Tesla has upgraded a log of their v2 Superchargers to 150kW. These Superchargers where at 120kW before.
Read more: InsideEVs
From issue #75Tesla's first V3 Supercharging stations are open to the public
Fremont’s Supercharger is open again and is on the V3 Supercharging (up to 250kWh). Don’t go there just now, you need the latest software 2019.20.1 on your car to get the higher charging rate. Anyhow, it is exciting that Tesla is starting to roll this out.
Read more: Engadget
From issue #63Tips for long distance trips with a Tesla
Using RV parkings (with real toilets and hot showers!), going for walks during charge stops, keeping it flexible for ‘surprise’ destinations, and having lunch at Superchargers are some of the recommendations shared by Tesla drivers.
Read more: Reddit
From issue #6Trailer friendly Supercharger locations
Do you ever wish you’d know if a Supercharger location is trailer friendly or not? This one below in Lillesand, Norway is and has designated spots for trailers. And here’s a thread with other locations put together collaboratively by fellow Tesla owners on the TMC Forum (the thread is a bit old but still super helpful).
Read more: TMC Forum
From issue #18Updated Supercharger pricing structure, new in-car payment feature
The idle fee update will impact all Model S, Model X, and Model 3 drivers, current idle fee is $0.40/minute and it was updated on Sep 19th as follows:
- Supercharger 50% occupied: $0.50/minute idle fee
- Supercharger 100% occupied: $1.00/minute idle fee
Additionally, Tesla has begun to roll out an over-the-air software update (not Version 9) that will include a new in-car payment feature. Please be a good citizen and move your car if the Supercharger is semi busy so other people can charge!
Read more: Teslarati
From issue #26
