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I've only done a few long trips in my Model Y, but each time I've gone to a fast charger there have been free bays available. So I'm wondering what do you do, what's the etiquette if there are no free bays? It's not like a petrol station where you can get in a queue going to a particular pump...

What about buying an IP66 plug, a normal 10A cable socket and make a short extension/conversion cable?

Thanks! My dirty secret is that I've had my car for nearly a year, and only charged with the UMC cable! But I'll be doing some driving down the south in WA. Do people think getting the ChargeHQ app adds anything useful? Chargefox itself looks to me like it should do everything I need.

I'm new to Chargefox, I've just installed the app and setting it up. I have a Model Y. What would be the appropriate filters for searching? I'm assuming Type 1 and Chademo off, Type 2 (Mennekes) on. Then maybe CCS Combo 1 on. How about CCS Combo 2? Thanks!

Has anyone bought the Tesla "Model X/Y Hitch Rack" bike rack? If so how is it? I need a new bike rack, and if this has good reviews I would be very interested. I'm particularly interested in how easy it is to put on/take off the car, since I wouldn't want to leave it on when I don't need it. Thanks!

Has anyone bought the Tesla "Model X/Y Hitch Rack" bike rack? If so how is it? I need a new bike rack, and if this has good reviews I would be very interested. I'm particularly interested in how easy it is to put on/take off the car, since I wouldn't want to leave it on when I don't need it. Thanks!

I didn't get a chance to take photos, but I did check and it fits fine turned the other way. The ball is fairly close to the bumper, and I ended up getting another hitch, a MH314 which has two holes so is adjustable to two positions. The close setting is about 5cm further out than the MH01 and...

Question about the tow package. It's meant to come with a "trailer harness". Is that the wiring internally to the plug next to the hitch receiver? Or am I meant to get a small wiring tail to go between that and the trailer plug? I'm pretty sure my old car included a separate short cable. So...

I think the length is adequate. It's fine for the bike rack, it clears the bumper easily. Here is a picture:

I sent a question via my app to Tesla about removing the towbar panel, they suggested a flat blade screwdriver, and start from the top right. I found it very easy. I don't see any need to make it easier, for me it's a non-issue. Yesterday I went to the local Auto One, got a tongue, pin and ball...

OK I got my tow hitch installed today. I was in a hurry and just picked up the car when it was ready. This seems pretty stupid, but how do I get to the hitch? There is a plastic panel there, do I just lever it out with a screwdriver or something?

I'll be getting my tow hitch in two weeks, so I'll need a tow ball. One of the main things I use it for is a bike rack, one of the ones that clamp onto the ball. It's hard to tell, but this looks a bit close. Do you think the rack, which is basically pipes that go vertically, will touch the...

It's easy to get carried away thinking you need to have to spend money and get a charging solution put in. I was thinking that, but being lazy just waited. With a UMC cable to can plug into a normal 10A outlet, and unless you are driving a lot you should be fine! Plug it in in the evening, and...

I got the towbar email Yesterday, already booked for 4th April. Approximatly how long is the installation? Just wondering if I can just hang around while it's being installed?

Twice when I've been exiting a car park, I've stopped and indicated to go left, using the wrong stalk Then try to take off and go backwards! Luckily both times there was nobody behind me. I know I should have noticed the camera view come up, but if you are a bit flustered it's very easy to do if...