I am new Tesla owner. My 2023 MYLR did not come with Mobile connector and i have AUTEL hardwired L2 charger installed at home which is more than enough for my daily commutes. I have not done any long road trip on my Tesla yet. But I mostly take my family/kids on road trips (6~12 hours one way within US) may be 2~3 times a year. I do not have any adapter or mobile charger in my car yet. The J1772 adapter (that came with car) is connected to home AUTEL charger.
Questions:
I would appreciate advice from seasoned Tesla owners who have taken many long trips. Don't want to spend money if I don't have to.
Thanks!
Questions:
- How essential it is that I purchase extra mobile charging solutions and/or adapters (J1772 or CSS) and keep them in car for long road trips? My understanding is if I am traveling between metropolitan cities I should be fine with SC network coverage?
- Secondly for those who carry spare mobile connector in their car, how often and where do you find NEMA 14-50 connectors to charge your Tesla at reasonable speed? I mean regular 110V wall outlet charging speed (6 miles/hr) is not very practical when you are traveling with family?
- How do you keep that charger secure (against theft) if you leave it plugged in for several hours to get reasonable juice?
I would appreciate advice from seasoned Tesla owners who have taken many long trips. Don't want to spend money if I don't have to.
Thanks!