[perphoto]

I did a test run to a midpoint based on power gauge on the dash, we ended up stopping at the 45% point because there were charging stations nearby…according to Subaru Navigation. As we pulled up, there were charging stations…Tesla charging stations. We were able to use a third party app that took us to a private type 2 charger. Making our way home, we tried using the Subaru Navigation to find a charging station and once again it took us to Tesla.

What am I doing wrong? Is there a filter I need to adjust?

 

[FelineFreddie]

Maybe the NAV system imagines itself to be installed inside a Tesla. No clue…

 

[JayEM]

I would expect better, in 2023. My i3 is not great about finding E-A charging stations, I don't know why. It seems to have no trouble finding other brands.

But it's a 2019 car, so I expect less of it.

 

[perphoto]

Maybe I need to purchase a Tesla to J1772 tap.

 

[JayEM]

Maybe I need to purchase a Tesla to J1772 tap.

Won't help you at SuperChargers.

 

[FelineFreddie]

FWIW…As an alternative, There are multiple phone apps that locate nearby chargers, along with providing route planning.

 

[JayEM]

FWIW…As an alternative, There are multiple phone apps that locate nearby chargers, along with providing route planning.

OTOH, that's something very basic that ANY EV should be able to do well.

 

[perphoto]

Agreed. The vendor (Subaru) should have someway in their nav to keep us on the road for long trips. My 2014(?) Nissan Leaf did a decent job of knowing where I could charge…but lacked the range compared to todays EV’s.

I was trying other apps. Some would freeze if I clicked on icons (EVGO), others worked well enough…

I’m glad the test drive was done. I have a lot to learn, but as the U.S. improves the infrastructure…I hope the apps development improves.

 

[perphoto]

Won't help you at SuperChargers.

True

Not yet anyway…hoping rumors that Tesla maybe opening that option will have some truth to it.

 

[perphoto]

Tesla website is saying something about Magic Dock.

 

[sreidvt]

You may want to look at these apps: Plugshare, A Better Route Planner

 

[Ducatista]

Tesla website is saying something about Magic Dock.

Yes sir it’s coming. I would say before the end of this year Tesla will start opening up their network in North America. Probably the less stressed regions first I would imagine. For example, I can’t see them opening up California locations right away since there is already teslas lined up at a lot of stations there.

 

[poodlemaster]

LOL. I have almost 35 minutes on a level 2 charger, a free one in my local town. All the rest has been level 1 from the 120v socket on my fifth wheel. I just wanted to see what the free one would do, as its perfect for shopping in town.

 

[cmc62]

Maybe I need to purchase a Tesla to J1772 tap.

[For J1772 EVs Only] Lectron - Tesla to J1772 Adapter, Max 40A & 250V - Compatible with Tesla High Powered Connector, Destination Charger, and Mobile Connector Only (Black)

 

[perphoto]

LOL. I have almost 35 minutes on a level 2 charger, a free one in my local town. All the rest has been level 1 from the 120v socket on my fifth wheel. I just wanted to see what the free one would do, as its perfect for shopping in town.

Keep me posted on the RV charging. I was going to research installing a switch to charge car from the RV…or I might buy a regular 220v plug in charger and call it a day.

 

[poodlemaster]

I'm not sure what to say. I have put almost all the 1000 km on her now, with the 120v socket on my fifth wheel. Its parked in a field but I do have a 60a 120v breaker I dug up, on my circuit. I have no trouble keeping up with my use, and as I have not used it much, has not been charged in 5 days. I'll run it down a bit more tomorrow and plug her in. She will be in the 55 hours till charged area and I'll charge her up to about 12 hours til charged. A very approximate 80% - 20% charge regime, but I think that will do.

 

[yalla]

Aren't Tesla superchargers open for non-teslas in the US? No problem charging my Solterra at a Tesla-supercharger in Norway.

 

[JayEM]

Aren't Tesla superchargers open for non-teslas in the US? No problem charging my Solterra at a Tesla-supercharger in Norway.

Not yet. It's been hinted at for a few years now, but this pot of money is apparently what it will take to make it happen.

 

[n6nl]

I won't be holding my breath, and it will only apply, at best, to new ones built with the Federal money (to require at least CCS Type 1/Combo 1).

In the EU, Tesla uses the CCS Type 2/Combo 2 connector that everyone else uses, on their cars and on their chargers.

In North America, Tesla use their own proprietary connector (which they have re-branded North American Charging Standard, but isn't in any way).

 

[JayEM]

In North America, Tesla use their own proprietary connector (which they have re-branded North American Charging Standard, but isn't in any way).

Just de facto standard, given that most EVs in North America are Teslas...