More and more automakers are adopting Tesla NACS charging systems for their EVs. Tesla announced late last year that it would make its Supercharger technology available in non-Tesla vehicles, and several brands were quick to jump on the opportunity. of… Source: Cars Direct
So far, Tesla has offered its largest and most expensive electric vehicle only in high-performance plaid trim. The Tesla Model S Plaid and Model X Plaid both push the boundaries of EVs with the automaker’s advanced tri-motor design. Tesla has a Model S… Source: Cars Direct
Along with Volvo, Polestar has agreed to use Tesla’s proprietary charging ports, giving it access to the American company’s extensive fast charger Supercharger network. Polestar and Volvo EVs will be equipped with NACS ports starting in 2025, known as the North American Charging Standard. Adapters for previous models are expected to arrive next year. Polestar and Volvo are the two Read More
Non-Tesla EVs, except the Nissan Leaf and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (which use an incompatible plug standard called CHAdeMO), can currently be charged at one of the limited number of Tesla Superchargers that offer Magic Dock adapters. Magic Dock allows EVs with Combined Charging Standard (CCS) plugs (most non-Tesla vehicles) to use Tesla chargers designed for North American Charging Standard (NACS) Read More
Anyone who drives a diesel or gasoline car can connect it to almost any fuel pump and fill their tank without thinking. For EV drivers, it’s not that simple. That’s because electric cars now come equipped with one of several different charging ports, from the exotic CHAdeMO to the more popular Combined Charging System (CCS) and Tesla’s charging ports. Source: Read More
BMW has announced plans to integrate Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) starting in 2025, allowing owners of Mini, BMW and Rolls-Royce models to use Tesla’s Supercharger network. The German automaker, along with six other automakers, plans to maintain its development plans. Separate fast-charging networks will be installed in the United States and Canada, with the first stations expected to Read More
There are few surprises in Autotrader’s list of the 10 best electric cars of 2023, but there is one that stands out. That’s because Tesla isn’t included. There’s Hyundai and Kias, Porsche and Ford, BMW and Nissan. But…no Tesla. Many of us admit that the mask is too much and we’re tired of reading about him, but what’s missing from Read More
BMW will integrate Tesla charging ports into its electric vehicles, giving owners access to Tesla’s extensive Supercharger charging network starting in 2025. The company will be the latest in a series of automakers to adopt Tesla’s charging system in North America. shape problem All gasoline vehicles can be refueled at any gas station. Source: Kelley Blue Book
Tesla owners are known to be a loyal group. But if you take them out of the equation, only 52.1% of electric vehicle (EV) owners will buy an EV the next time they go car shopping. This number comes from S&P Global Mobility, but it’s not a simple story as there are some important caveats. “Household data does not necessarily Read More