Crawley Update

[drewpost]

I had the chance to pop by the location of the Crawley showroom and Service Centre that had the fire and closed. I had seen a post a couple of months ago mentioning that the plan was to re-open it this Summer.

So it looks like work is underway. They've torn down all of the burned out area closest to the car park (where the fire was) and left the metal frame up. They also sealed off the rest of thae garage with some sheet metal. The rest of the showroom and garages look to be un damaged by the fire. (maybe some roof damage on a bit of the remaining garage but not terrible)

There were workers inside. I couldn't tell exactly what they were doing but the door to the showroom was open and it looked like they had a big pile of tiles (ceiling maybe?).

So - definitely not opening tomorrow but looking positive.

 

[m3p_uk]

Looking forward to it opening again!

 

[chrisevans1001]

This will be very handy!

 

[mikemillar]

Great news! I heard a possible date of July from an employee.

 

[Joelly]

If anyone wants a challenge (and to also get the inside info) - Technician - Crawley | Tesla

 

[Joelly]

If anyone wants a challenge (and to also get the inside info) - Technician - Crawley | Tesla

looks like the vacancy has been filled. I work down the road from here so will pop along in a couple of weeks and provide a further update.

 

[Tonybvi]

Interesting to note that there are several posts advertised for Aberdeen which has no Tesla presence at the moment, although the ads also say the jobs are London based. Is this a sign of Aberdeen getting an sc?

 

[Mr Miserable]

Also interesting is the fact that fluent Norwegian is required for the new Winchester SC.
Sounds like 'tull' to me!

 

[Watts_Up]

I had the chance to pop by the location of the Crawley showroom and Service Centre that had the fire and closed.

Any mention of the cause of the fire?

 

[MaDProFF]

I only ever recall it being an "electrical fire" Rather Ironic really

 

[Joelly]

Crawley update:
Lots of work still needed, likely 6 months

 

[drewpost]

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Lots of work still needed, likely 6 months

Well the crane and scaffolding are new so at least that’s more progress. I couldn’t tell for sure what the guys were doing there in my pictures from the original post. Fingers crossed it keeps progressing

 

[JupiterMan]

Superchargers at the site would be most welcome.... any sign of those under construction? Would help no end for visitors to Gatwick airport which is round the corner... but alas cannot find any planning permissions in place or applied for....

although I did spot an application for 4 x 62.5kw InstaVolt at the Gatwick KFC....

 

[Joelly]

Well the crane and scaffolding are new so at least that’s more progress. I couldn’t tell for sure what the guys were doing there in my pictures from the original post. Fingers crossed it keeps progressing

Crane doesnt look like its part of this work.
Burnt out side of building to be made safe, taken out and refitted and then work can begin inside.
White wall that is visible by the store section is undamaged
No Sign of superchargers and really not an ideal location for multiple unless it is like Manchester where they have 2/4 attached to SC.
There is an ideal location for a SC here - new housing development with commercial units and just off the M23.
http://heathywood.co.uk/downloads/masterplan.pdf

 

[m3p_uk]

Wonder when this is likely to open and superchargers in the area are very much welcomed as there really aren't any close by at all!

 

[Joelly]

Wonder when this is likely to open and superchargers in the area are very much welcomed as there really aren't any close by at all!

6 months ish was the estimate. Super chargers would be great but nothing on the radar so far. Will try and investigate next time I’m over there in a month or so.

 

[MaDProFF]

I do not see the point to have public super chargers there tbh.
So they can build a complete factory from ground breaking to production in a year, but a SC takes like 9 months to rebuild lol, I do love this country at least it is not the HS2

 

[JupiterMan]

Maybe not there.... but Some chargers near Gatwick would be most welcome.

Assuming I have my Model 3 by then I’ll be parking at LGW for a week in May, with a two hour journey either side, full with people and baggage.

Would be nice to park with 80% charge.... Or have option for a quick top up to get home on the return.

current nearest is to stretch it out to Heathrow ( or rip-off Ionity at Cobham services / M25 if open by that time)... or find slower chargers elsewhere...

Fast charging is a big black hole in LGW neck of the woods!

 

[Joelly]

If you’re in a real pickle then There is a 50kw polar @24p/kw at the tesco just down the road at three bridges. Another option is to book parking that has a charging option.

 

[JupiterMan]

If you’re in a real pickle then There is a 50kw polar @24p/kw at the tesco just down the road at three bridges. Another option is to book parking that has a charging option.

Thanks for that.

The only LGW valet parking with charging I have found is Rose... but reviews have not been great.... and am not sure I would book with them.

Any recommendations on other parking providers with charging?