Tesla has announced a trial in a number of European countries where non-Tesla drivers can use its Supercharger network. It was launched in November 2021 to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy according the Tesla website.
With a network of more than 30,000 Superchargers across the globe, providing access to other electric vehicle owners would improve the perception of limited charging infrastructure which is an important for a rapid adoption of EVs.
In the pilot, some stations are now accessible to Non-Tesla EV drivers in selected countries via the Tesla app (version 4.2.3 or higher). Tesla drivers can continue to use these stations as they always have, and the company will be closely monitoring each site for congestion and listening to customers about their experiences.
According to Tesla, it has always been their ambition to open the Supercharger network to Non-Tesla EVs, and by doing so, encourage more drivers to go electric. More customers using the Supercharger network enables faster expansion.
Here’s the Q&A from the Tesla website.
Where is the pilot currently live?
The Non-Tesla Supercharger pilot is currently available for Supercharging stations in the following countries:
- France
- The Netherlands
- Norway
- UK
- Spain
- Sweden
- Belgium
- Austria
Can I Supercharge if I am visiting the Netherlands, France, Norway, UK, Spain, Sweden, Belgium and Austria?
The Non-Tesla Supercharger pilot is currently limited to EV drivers who live in the following countries:
- The Netherlands
- France
- Norway
- Germany
- UK
- Spain
- Sweden
- Belgium
- Austria
Tesla drivers from any country can charge as they normally would at these sites.
Will more sites open to Non-Tesla vehicles?
We’re starting with a select number of sites so that we can review the experience, monitor congestion and assess feedback before expanding. Future sites will only be opened to Non-Tesla vehicles if there is available capacity.
Can Tesla drivers still access these sites?
Yes. The Supercharger experience will remain unchanged for Tesla drivers.
I am a Tesla driver, what additional benefits do I get compared to other electric vehicles?
As a Tesla driver you benefit from the seamless integration of charge post and vehicle, optimized route planning and battery pre-conditioning. With your Tesla, you’ll also have access to the lowest Supercharger pricing.
