Tesla’s Supercharger Network Now Open to Ford Electric Vehicle Owners
Tesla’s Supercharger Network is now officially open to Ford electric vehicle (EV) owners with the use of an adapter manufactured by Tesla. The move offers Ford owners access to an expansive EV charging network known for rapid charging capabilities. The announcement comes after a year since Tesla CEO Elon Musk told Ford CEO Jim Farley on Twitter Spaces that the Supercharger Network access would be available soon.
Testing the Adapter Procedure
A CNBC reporter tested the adapter at a Tesla Supercharger location in New Jersey, where a Tesla employee provided an F-150 Lighting EV for the test. The process involved plugging the adapter into the Tesla charger, then plugging in the F-150 Lighting EV. Charging immediately began without a need for an accompanying app to access the Supercharger Network.
Advantages for Ford EV Owners
Now that Ford EV owners have access to the charging network, they’ll have access to hundreds of Supercharger Locations throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and other areas worldwide. The Supercharger Network offers an advantage to Ford over other EV automakers, allowing them to compete with Tesla in the EV industry.
Charging Time for Ford EVs
The testing revealed that Ford EVs will charge just as quickly as other EVs at the Supercharger Network stations, depending on the vehicle’s abilities to uptake a high voltage charge. The Lightning EV can do this and will charge as quickly as it would at any other charging station.
Hot Take: Advantages of Access to Tesla’s Supercharger Network for Ford EV Owners
Access to Tesla’s Supercharger Network by Ford EV owners offers the following advantages:
• Competitive advantage: With access to the Supercharger Network, Ford enters into competition with Tesla, putting them ahead of other EV automakers that don’t provide such access.
• Rapid charging capabilities: The Supercharger Network is known for fast charging, which means Ford EV owners won’t have to wait long before their vehicles are sufficiently charged.
• Extensive coverage: The Supercharger Network has hundreds of locations worldwide, offering Ford EV owners convenience and wide-ranging coverage.
• No need for additional setup, apps, or accounts: The adapter procedure is simple and straightforward. Once Ford owners set up their accounts in the Ford Pass, they can access the Supercharger Network easily.
• No need to own a Tesla: Ford EV owners can access the Supercharger Network without owning a Tesla, which is a vital consideration for Ford EV buyers who may want to purchase rechargeable electric vehicles from other brands.
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