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Drove by today. The Starbucks co-located with the Supercharger is now open. https://q1065.fm/ixp/543/p/bangor-broadway-starbucks-open/

Before I retired (pre-EV) I drove from the Bangor area to points south and back once or twice a week. I almost always stopped at the Irving off of 112 toward Belgrade for a break and a snack (and gas if I needed it). Amost never used 109a or B--a zoo. And the 112 exit for the Augusta Civic...

I used it on Sunday. Produced 240KW after arriving with 17% immediately after a high speed drive from Waterville. Pre-conditioning actived upon leaving Waterville. One other car charging at the same time, but it was unoccupied so don't know if they had similar results.

You should be able to pull in and charge without having to unhitch. I drive by this location once or twice daily and I have only seen one car charging since it became active. Early on there were also a couple of contractor vehicles, but yesterday they were gone. The stores are not yet...

Nope! But the transformer is humming!

Progress! Apparently still not energized, but looks like everything is installed. That's my twelve year old winter "beater" in front of the pedestal , so I couldn't plug in to confirm.

Brewer was still down when we drove by earlier today.

Sadly, the conductors at the top of the pole are still flapping in the breeze.

Progress!

The Starbucks and other storefronts are coming along and landscapting is in.

Paving and striping are complete. Note that the bollards are offset, which could be a problem for those of us who are used to centering the bollard as we back up to charge. Also note that one of the spots is handicap accessable only. Next to it, one of the chargers is located behind the no...

You're right. If making this location accessable to non-Teslas is the reason for the orientation change, it's a kludge. Having said that, note that these units are almost certainly V3 equipped with the thin(er), more flexible conductor rather than the conductor used on V2, which should make...

I took a look. Just a guess on my part, but this orientation should allow greater access for EVs with chargeports located in front. Still not an optimum solution.

The initial post indicated that this location would possibly host V4 units. Does anyone have further insight/knowldege of what is actually installed, or do we have to wait until the units are unwrapped?

This is so very frustrating. We returned last week from a visit to family living in Baddeck and Sydney. Charging, both destination and enroute, is almost as challenging now as it was four years ago when we first attempted it. A few minutes from our home in Maine, Brewer has hosted a Tesla...

Here are a few more photos taken this evening: The truck is from Coordinated Civil Management.

Drove by today. Work has started.

We installed them several years ago when they first became available. No issues, and my rocker panels are still in pretty good shape, so they seem to be doing the job. Yep, they scrape--a lot. But we hardly notice it anymore.

I would like to echo what has already been recommended--let the insurance companies deal with the entire matter. You are paying premiums and this is a service provided under your policy. Further, understand that the initial estimate provided by the repair center is just that, an estimate...

This is so sad. We have family throughout Nova Scotia whom we visit two or three times a year. Due to the lack of reliable access to fast charging beyond the Halifax metro area, we've put off visits to Sydney and Ingonish since Covid restrictions were lifted. We did make the trip in 2019...

IInteresting. No mention of non-Tesla units. I wonder if these will also be CCS capable. And why Bangor with the Brewer Supercharger only a few minutes away? When we drive by Brewer on our way to Walmart, there MAY see one or two cars charging. For folks headed to Bar Harbor, the Ellsworth...

Just back from a week visiting friends and family in Halifax. Decided to skip a planned visit to see our family in Sydney after seeing and hearing about crowds and wait times as the eCharge and Flo locations in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia--very sad situation. Experienced a short wait at the...

Latest Tesla Map update: Westville, NS Target opening in 2023 Timing and location subject to change New locations added and timing updated quarterly

I've had four visits by maintenance in almost four years--one tow and three mobile visits. All have been excellent. (The mobile tech for our area is exceptional). However, my car was unavailable for around three weeks in each case, either waiting for an appointment or for parts. Now I have an...

Very sad to hear these issues are ongoing. My July 2018 build Model3 LR RWD was delivered with many of the issues cited in this post as well as others. I, too, ran into the same push back noted above, but rationalized it thinking the shortcomings I experienced would be resolved over time. And...

I've used a simple approach for years. I ask myself if the on-going cost of repairs is starting to approach the monthly cost of a car payment. It almost never does, so I pay for repairs out of warranty and only buy a new car because I want the latest safety features or the car can no longer...

For me it is not just melting snow, but the sand, dirt and salt (put down by hard working road crews to keep Mainers from killing themselves and each other) that arrive with it. We sweep as much out as we can, but by spring, my garage is so filthy it takes a full day to clean it properly. I...

I just paid $4.03 a gallon here in my part of Maine for ethanol free gas to power my snow blower. It was around $3 early last year the last time I bought gas.

No surprise. Our July 2018 build Model 3 "Not Supported".

You didn't indicate if the insurance adjuster represents you or the other driver. If you are communicating directly with the other driver's insurance company, I recommend you contact your insurance company soonest. It is their job to represent you and since this is all new to you, they will...

BitJam--It's been four months since your July entries. How did everything work out? I, too, had a substantial number of issues, both before and immediately after delivery in 2018. Since then, owing and driving our Model 3 has been a breeze. Mobile Service has been responsive on two visits...

We are in our 70s and have made a number of 1,000+ mile trips over the last three years to visit family without issue in our 2018 Model 3. My thirty-eight year old son-in-law test drove a Y, thought the ride was too rough and bought a Genesis GV80. Our life experience has prepared us for EV...

The military has been looking at renewables for some time to help solve daunting logistical challenges. Today's military consumes enormous volumes of petroleum based fuels. Getting fuel to ships at sea, to ground forces deployed overseas at remote areas and to aircraft operating from austere...

Mine lasted 20K on a 2018 LR RWD. I rotated the originals every 5K. Replaced OEMs with Michelin CrossClimates. The CrossClimates measured 10/32 when new. After 10K on the new tires, both front and rear measure 9/32. Very happy with this result.

Only if the spouse was born in 1953 or earlier. My spouse was born that year and she plans to use this option. Her sister, born a year later, is ineligible. Years ago when I started planning my approach to Social Security, individuals could opt to begin taking benefits at age 62 and if they...

And don't forget that Medicare doesn't kick in until age 65. Many retirees in their late 50s and early 60s with pre-existing conditions often find themselves paying five figure annual premiums for decent medical insurance.

I had a very similar experience to yours shortly after delivery in 2018. I chalked it up to "new car roll out" issues. Sadly, after three years, it sounds like issues remain. On a positive note, once our car was returned, it has been trouble free (as we quickly approach the end of the four...

Now we get unwanted mail to go with the daily phone call(s).

I looked into a similar offering here in Maine (Community Solar Farms in Maine | ReVision Energy). Note the many advantages outlined in the link. Also note that it is an asset that can be sold in the future--something you will have to do if you move out of your service area in the future...

Good point. Nursing home costs in this area average $130K per year per individual. Last week, three elder care facilities in our small state closed--lack of staff and/or unsustainable operating costs. Not a bright future.

I see that you are in New York. If you decide to venture a few hours north, especially to rural areas of Quebec and Atlantic Canada, you will have an opportunity to use your adapter--a lot! After almost three years I have used my adapter within the US only twice, but when visiting family and...

I seem to remember that it had something to do with computers, but that was long ago.

Same here. Three year old RWD Model 3. Rotated OEMs every 5,000 miles. OEM MXM 18" Michelins were shot at 20K. Replaced with Michelin CrossClimate+. With less than 1/32 difference between front and back after 11K, I plan to wait until differential exceeds 2/32 to rotate. BTW, the...

I had and still have the same problem. I replaced the transponder. The new one works about half the time. I'm billed anyway for those missed (they take a photo of my plate), but I don't receive the discount for the charges missed by the transponder. I've tried locating it on the dash...

My local area offers substantial support, both public and private, to those in need. They do a great job. When I am approached locally, I give out a sheet listing phone numbers and locations where help is available. (Surprisingly, most homeless seem to have a cell phone.) Outside the local...

If you can afford to do so, buy a winter car (a "beater") to drive in the winter months. We have a reliable, ten year old hybrid that we bought new that is now our primary vehicle throughout Maine's winter. It sports Michelin X ice tires, and even though it is FWD, I feel confident driving it...

I have been running the CrossClimate+ since last October. I'm very happy with them most of the time, though they are not optimum in very heavy snow--not an issue where you live. Unfortunately, they are no longer manufactured, but may still be available. If you do decide to go with the 2, let...

Mine is a July 2018 build LR RWD. As soon as the border opens up, we're headed North for a long overdue stay with family who live a LONG way from the nearest SC. I will probably replace the battery preemptively or simply bring the new battery along and install it if needed. Cheap insurance.