Looks like they're ready for the transformer! Once the utility receives it and installs it, then it shouldn't take too long for the local inspection and the Tesla testing and certification.
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Minnesota Superchargers (location speculation, discussion)
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hybridbear
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I believe someone commented on this on Facebook, but I don't think it's been mentioned here. Half of the spaces are "vehicle charging only" & half say "30 minute general parking".
And one space was ICEd last night...
And one space was ICEd last night...
flankspeed8
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I believe someone commented on this on Facebook, but I don't think it's been mentioned here. Half of the spaces are "vehicle charging only" & half say "30 minute general parking".
And one space was ICEd last night...
Which begs the questions, is it technically ICE'ing if you are in full compliance with the posted signs? I.E. 30 minute General Parking? I am guessing this is something that Tesla and HyVee negotiated?
hybridbear
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That's true. I've heard that other Superchargers have similar signage. Does anyone know how the negotiations work between Tesla & the property owner regarding parking signage like we see at Hy-vee in Oakdale?
From what I can gather from other posts, signage can vary not only with property owner agreements but also with local or state regulations. Considerations can include general parking access, handicap parking access, and, in some jurisdictions, regulations aimed at ICEing.
I noticed that emupilot's first post on the Arlington, TX SC thread has a link to the city council agenda. Buried therein is the agreement between the city and Tesla. It contains specific language pertaining both to prevention of ICEing and to ticketing, not only of ICE vehicles but also any Tesla vehicles staying longer than two hours! That's particularly appropriate in that stadium neighborhood. I suspect the financial incentive of the ticketing option could even result in enforcement.
Always a promising sign! Other complications can occur, but the transformer seems to be one of the largest hurdles late in the course. Fingers crossed!
MavSP90DL
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MavSP90DL
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#OakdaleSupercharger works like a charm. Charged there last night between 5:15 and 6:30 during a rain storm.
Jdcleary
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I just came across a permit, with a description of, "Tesla" and a project of "Work on Charging Station" for Clearwater Travel Plaza. The inspection fee is like $250. This would be a nice Supercharger site, 24/7 food, bathrooms, lounge area, and is on 94. This site would only be about 70 miles west of the Oakdale SC.
I can't tell if this is just some 30 amp J1772s, a Supercharger, or something in between. The inspection fee seems pretty high so ?????!!!
Thoughts?
Whatever it is, thanks to Clearwater Travel Plaza for supporting EV travel.
Here is a link to the permit
Edit: I did just check Tesla's SC map page and they do show two SC's between MSP/Oakdale and Fargo, 250 miles. That makes 80ish mile spacing about even for each leg. I'm getting more optimistic this permit is for a SC!
I can't tell if this is just some 30 amp J1772s, a Supercharger, or something in between. The inspection fee seems pretty high so ?????!!!
Thoughts?
Whatever it is, thanks to Clearwater Travel Plaza for supporting EV travel.
Here is a link to the permit
Edit: I did just check Tesla's SC map page and they do show two SC's between MSP/Oakdale and Fargo, 250 miles. That makes 80ish mile spacing about even for each leg. I'm getting more optimistic this permit is for a SC!
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Chuq
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