Tesla recommends that new buyers complete the installation of a home charger before getting their EV, because while the process only takes a few hours, locating and booking an electrician may take much longer. Does It Make Sense To Use A Home Charger? To find an installation expert, Tesla ...
How Much Does it Cost to Use a Tesla Supercharger? Image Credit:Tesla You don't have to worry about carrying cash or credit cards when using a supercharger. Since each Tesla car is linked to a specific account, the charging fees will be automatically billed to your Tesla account. The su...
Even if you carefully plan your route toimprove your EV range, you may have had to take an unexpected detour, and you're now running low on battery. In this case, the easiest way to find the closest Tesla V4 Supercharger is to use your Tesla's navigation system. As you look for a ...
Today I had to drop off my mother-in-law at Providence airport and I used it as an excuse to make my first Tesla Supercharger visit at the East Greenwich, RI Supercharger. This is currently the northern-most Supercharger on the east coast in the US and located 10 minutes south of Pro...
How to use the Tesla Supercharger Map in the Tesla app (Image credit: Shutterstock) Tesla owners can also track down a recharge with the Supercharger map in the official Tesla app. Here’s how: 1. Open the Tesla app 2. Select Location 3. Zoom out to see the Superchargers in your loc...
Unlike Superchargers, Tesla's Destination chargers are usually completely free to use. As a customer courtesy, the establishment at which the chargers are located pays the charging cost on behalf of the user. Of course, the catch here is that you likely need to be a verified customer of th...
According to theUS Department of Energy, 80% of EV charging is done at home due to the convenience and cheaper electricity prices. If you’re looking to install an EV charger in your home, it’s important to know how much power it can deliver, which connector type to use, and whether...
Tip: One concept of regular rapid charge usage that feels more friendly is to top up on the rapid charger just as long as you are using a convenience facility. For example, if you stop to get a sandwich, a drink and use the facilities on the way home, on a high powered charger you...
Each Tesla connector provides Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 (DC Fast Charging) compatibility. However, to access L2 charging speeds at home or on the road, a 240V electrical outlet is required. To charge your Tesla at L1, a mobile EV charger must provide a minimum of 1.4 kW and a ...
Regardless of whether you use an at-home EV charger or one of Tesla’s many Supercharger locations, make sure you consult Tesla’s user manual and safety guidelines prior to connecting your car and charging. That way, you can enjoy peace of mind and get the most out of your driving expe...