Keep in mind that until Tesla shows it as “live” it really isn’t. We have seen many chargers go up for a few days/weeks and then go dark for more tweaking - i.e., to fix voltage fluctuations. If you’re planning a trip don’t roll in with an empty tank.
Supercharger - Swartz Creek, MI
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iaflyer
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Just swung by to give it a go, I was able to charge just fine.
The Biggby coffee isn’t open yet, and when it does it’s a pretty small building. It’s just a “to-go” place. But it’s very close, so it’s easy to pop over and grab a coffee then get back in your car.
The Biggby coffee isn’t open yet, and when it does it’s a pretty small building. It’s just a “to-go” place. But it’s very close, so it’s easy to pop over and grab a coffee then get back in your car.
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3B wasn’t functioning. 1A gave me a 78 down to a 52kw charge with half battery.
mrau
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When I was there the other night one Pedestal did not have any lights on. I believe that is the 3B pedestal.
The Swartz Creek SC location is still not showing on Tesla map. But it looks like 9 of 10 are working just fine.
The Swartz Creek SC location is still not showing on Tesla map. But it looks like 9 of 10 are working just fine.
mrau
Authorized Driver
Swartz Creek supercharger has not yet made it to the Tesla car map. However it is open and working.
Tesla may be waiting for the parking lines to be painted before they map it. The parking lines are really needed here since you charge from both sides of the island and it is bit difficult to line up with the proper pedestal without them.
Tesla may be waiting for the parking lines to be painted before they map it. The parking lines are really needed here since you charge from both sides of the island and it is bit difficult to line up with the proper pedestal without them.
mrau
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Today I met a guy at the Swartz Creek Sc who was looking over the site. In talking with him he stated he was there to paint the parking lines. He was told by Tesla that it wasn't open, so he was surprised to see me charging. I told him it wasn't on their maps yet so it isn't officially open. He planned to paint the lines tomorrow, but due to the snow forecast for tonight he was going to do it today. He further stated that Tesla will likely 'open up" the site once the lines are painted. He also said he has painted many super charger locations, so I am sure he knows how it works. Nice guy to talk with.
So it should be on the maps soon.
So it should be on the maps soon.
mrau
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Thank you for your complete reporting on this site.
I drive past Flint regularly and this site will be helpful in both the winter and summer. Depending on the weather, I might need it on Monday next week.
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The Swartz Creek supercharger is live at least since 4 P.M. when I checked my app and it shows as a nearby supercharger!
I was able to see it as well at around 2. Excited for it! My winter trips to Frankenmuth/Bronners will be less stressful.
As of now, Swartz Creek, MI | Tesla is still reporting "Target opening in 2020" and "Exact timing and specific location may vary". Perhaps they're waiting for the 3B problem to be ironed out.
Either way, it's awesome that this is finally usable.
Either way, it's awesome that this is finally usable.
rhummer
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Delay between being open + being displayed in the car + being displayed on the website is always a thing. Usually the car is before the website. Tesla likes to 'soft launch' them to work out any kinks before releasing the masses to it
You are talking about "live" in the car navigation, correct? When I look at the Tesla SC map (via home desktop browser) it still shows as a gray pin versus a red pin.
Big Earl
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It’s been live for nearly two weeks. It has been dispensing electrons since January 28, 2020.
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It's now active on the web page and showing a red marker.
