Supercharger - Northridge, CA (LIVE 23 Nov 2022, 24 V3 stalls)

[1100MCM]

This is going to be a problem. I can already see KTLA doing a news report of Tesla and Ice drivers getting into arguments over these spots. For the life of me, I have no idea why they decided on this location. This parking lot is always busy.

In Chatsworth, there is a vacant lot on De Soto and Plummer, where it was formerly a gas station that would have been a nice spot.


I do most of my charging at home, but having supercharger options near by is always pleasant. But they are mostly packed.
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Yea that's a problem in that area. I have some hope that these will get so busy through the day and into the wee hours of the night that there just won't be any chance of ICEing. I also hope the parking signage is pretty aggressively worded. My experiences with parking in a lot of parts of LA is that business owners and shopping center operators are not shy to use tow trucks or other punitive measures when it comes to parking scofflaws or people who ignore time limits or signage, especially in busy shopping centers. I hope that will be the case here. And don't ask me how I know (my previous younger non-Tesla driving self would be embarrassed if I told the story )

 

[rayluis1988]

At some point I hope local governments start to really enforce ICE violations at Charging spots. People need to learn and get educated the easy or the hard way.

 

[harrow]

This is going to be a problem. I can already see KTLA doing a news report of Tesla and Ice drivers getting into arguments over these spots. For the life of me, I have no idea why they decided on this location. This parking lot is always busy.

In Chatsworth, there is a vacant lot on De Soto and Plummer, where it was formerly a gas station that would have been a nice spot.


I do most of my charging at home, but having supercharger options near by is always pleasant. But they are mostly packed.
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I live close by, and I agree with you. This is one of the busiest areas in Northridge. I try to avoid it as much as possible.

 

[Limited]

It looks like the transformer pad by the cabinets (in front of David's Bridal) is still empty as of the Saturday photos posted by @Lakesbutta . Will have to keep an eye on this one.

 

[RedWhite19]

It looks like the transformer pad by the cabinets (in front of David's Bridal) is still empty as of the Saturday photos posted by @Lakesbutta . Will have to keep an eye on this one.

Pardon my ignorance but why?

 

[Lakesbutta]

There was a hole in the ground with an extension ladder coming out.

 

[Limited]

Pardon my ignorance but why?

Installing the transformer by the local utility is typically the last major milestone before supercharger activation.

 

[harrow]

Looks like they’re not only for Teslas.

 

[rayluis1988]

Looks like they’re not only for Teslas.

uhhhhhhh I hate that. This is going to be a nightmare of a supercharger. I feel bad for the people who will relay on it.

 

[Lakesbutta]

Imagine “Gas station or general parking”. Would never fly. That’s the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard.

 

[harrow]

uhhhhhhh I hate that. This is going to be a nightmare of a supercharger. I feel bad for the people who will relay on it.

The parking on the strip mall itself is a nightmare. Glad I do 99% of my charge at home.

 

[harrow]

Imagine “Gas station or general parking”. Would never fly. That’s the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard.

Doesn’t even make sense.

 

[rayluis1988]

Imagine “Gas station or general parking”. Would never fly. That’s the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard.

EXACTLY, it DOES NOT make sense. Lets see how this whole drama evolves.

 

[RedWhite19]

Once again, I do jot understand why they decided to put it in this parking lot. I’d like to shake the nincompoop’s hand that signed off on this location.

I do not think I’ve ever seen this(I have seen 30 minute general parking but not “general parking”).And yes, I do feel bad for those that rely on this. They’ll probably have to go after 10PM.

The Granada charger is always full, which is the nearest location. The other day(Saturday), it was almost 2am and I checked and it was packed. And right now, it is at capacity. I know they are adding 6 or 8 additional superchargers to alleviate the problem but I think that will only slightly help them problem.

 

[shinebox]

I just saw this, location could've been better. Northridge Mall outside parking has many good areas with multiple enter/exit options. This location is outrageously busy. Also the "...or general parking too wth.

 

[ldm58427]

Passed by yesterday, still no transformer.

 

[Jlozano7]

Drove by Tampa today and the chargers are already there. I did not count 24 will try to get pictures soon.

Looks like it’s opening soon!

 

[jsight]

Imagine “Gas station or general parking”. Would never fly. That’s the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard.

Go to a bucees and look at how many empty cars are next to pumps. It happens at other stations too.

 

[RedWhite19]

Guessing this is where the transformer will go.

I also counted. There are 24 spots. There were some cars parked to get food but the charging near the street was empty. I’m assuming this will be a place where charging will be ideal after 10pm. But it is strange why this place is so busy. There is David’s Bridal, a cheap tuxedo place, a Chi-Chi’s Pizza(I mean, seriously, the late 90s called and wants its pizza spot back), and a bunch of other random restaurants and shops.

 

[34me]

Anyone have any news on this? Was "Fall 2018" Now "2019" - No permits found.

Northridge, CA | Tesla

Just passed by yesterday. Looks like all the hardware is in place, but Tesla has yet to "flip the switch." Their latest Target Date is 4th Quarter, 2022. (SEE: Northridge, CA | Tesla)