But how exactly does a supercharger work, what does it cost, and who can use it?
What Is a Tesla Supercharger?
A Tesla supercharger is a 480V fast charging technology built by Tesla for electric vehicles.
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How Does a Tesla Supercharger Work?
As perTesla, a supercharger can add 200 miles of range for 15 minutes of charge.
This means that you could charge an EV battery from zero to 80% in around 40 minutes.
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After that, the charging rate slows down to protect the battery’s health until it’s fully charged.
But generally, it’d probably take around 70 minutes to fully charge your EV battery from zero percent.
How Much Does it Cost to Use a Tesla Supercharger?
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You don’t have to worry about carrying cash or credit cards when using a supercharger.
Superchargers that charge by the minute use one of the four tiers based on how fast you’re charging.
In contrast, therate for 150kW Electrify America chargingis $0.32/minute and $0.24/minute for Pass+ members.
The aim is to ensure customers utilize the facility quickly and efficiently.
The idle fee is charged per minute and varies between locations.
If you move your vehicle within five minutes of the charge session completion, you incur no fee.
Who Can Use Tesla Superchargers?
Tesla superchargers were initially designed to charge Tesla vehicles only.
ButTesla plans to open up superchargers to everyonenow.
Since the charge is strong, it can damage your battery if used frequently.
It’s always better to charge your car battery using a home EV charger or the Tesla-provided plug.
