Tesla Supercharger network

[Babylonfive]

Yea, technically that's the way to get the higher voltage. It's generally known as a DC-to-DC converter, and it does in fact invert DC to AC, run it through a transformer (or flyback on an inductor) and then re-rectify back to DC. Therefore DC -> AC -> DC.

 

[gg_got_a_tesla]

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Eric, which decade is that from?! $1.09 for a gallon of gas?!

 

[dadaleus]

They are open and they work!

Before:

After:

And two rocket scientists came by to check it out and have me a tour of SpaceX! No photos allowed, except this one in the lobby:

Because of SpaceX I don't know exactly how long the charge was, but certainly less than an hour.

 

[vfx]

Eric, which decade is that from?! $1.09 for a gallon of gas?!

Liters?

 

[Schlermie]

Harris Ranch already has a wait today.

 

[Robert.Boston]

Liters?

Worse yet, euros-per-litre. So, about $5.38/gal -- pretty reasonable for EU gasoline.

 

[ckessel]

Reminds me more of the eye of Sauron...

This is a beacon of light signifying free transportation fuel.
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[shokunin]

Only two spots? Is one a Supercharger and the other the HPC?

 

[Lloyd]

I have a suggestion for Tesla: Supercharging should be "prohibited, or for a fee" within a certain distance from your home. This will prevent owners from supercharging to save a few $$ in their normal charging regimin which should be done at home, and keep the superchargers available for those that need them while traveling.

 

[Lloyd]

Only two spots? Is one a Supercharger and the other the HPC?

Yep, I have visions of energy (gas) lines!

 

[Schlermie]

I couldn't even find the one in Tejon Ranch as I was driving through. It must be another small one.

 

[chrisn]

I have a suggestion for Tesla: Supercharging should be "prohibited, or for a fee" within a certain distance from your home. This will prevent owners from supercharging to save a few $$ in their normal charging regimin which should be done at home, and keep the superchargers available for those that need them while traveling.

Hey, that was my idea! ;-)

I actually would not enforce this right away, but would just put people "on notice" that that will be the rule as soon as utilization/crowding becomes an issue.

 

[Lloyd]

I found it on Google quickly. Going South, off the ramp, right, Right on the frontage road, and about 1/4 mile on the right side. Hopefully turn by turn directions to charging locations will be provided!!

 

[ckessel]

I have a suggestion for Tesla: Supercharging should be "prohibited, or for a fee" within a certain distance from your home. This will prevent owners from supercharging to save a few $$ in their normal charging regimin which should be done at home, and keep the superchargers available for those that need them while traveling.

Not particularly practical as the superchargers could be tremendously useful for people living in apartments and such. Or someone, like a real estate agent, that drives a tremendous amount and could need the super charger mid day.

 

[Lloyd]

Not particularly practical as the superchargers could be tremendously useful for people living in apartments and such. Or someone, like a real estate agent, that drives a tremendous amount and could need the super charger mid day.

Yes, but if 20,000 cars per year do all their charging at superchargers, I predict long lines at the locations!!

 

[Babylonfive]

I agree with Lloyd, but many of the locations will be in the middle of nowhere so are likely to not be frequented quite as much?

Yes, but if 20,000 cars per year do all their charging at superchargers, I predict long lines at the locations!!

 

[Lloyd]

Thats why I say make a rule, and make it early so people are not upset later. Fee applies if you supercharge within say 100 miles of your home location.

For example: If I need to drive to San Diego ( I do this 6 x per year), I will need to supercharge in Los Angeles in order to make the trip. If the locals, 1000's of cars 1st year only, are all trying to charge for free, I will never be able to make my trip!

 

[dsm363]

Thats why I say make a rule, and make it early so people are not upset later. Fee applies if you supercharge within say 100 miles of your home location.

I like the idea. People will still get upset later though:smile: Make the fee nominal though.

 

[ckessel]

Thats why I say make a rule, and make it early so people are not upset later. Fee applies if you supercharge within say 100 miles of your home location.

So you're just writing off any potential customers that live in apartments or don't otherwise own a domicile where they can install a 40amp socket?

 

[Doug_G]

Their best defense against locals abusing them is to make sure the Superchargers are located in the middle of nowhere - exactly where we need them to be!

Edit: If locals do become a problem, a good solution might be to install a few HPWCs.