Tesla is expanding its charging infrastructure and now enables the display of the occupancy status for selected third-party charging stations in Europe. This innovation improves the user experience and makes it much easier to find free charging stations.
Extension of the Tesla charging app
Until now Tesla-drivers could only check the occupancy status Tesla-their own Superchargers. With the new function, third-party chargers are now also included in the Tesla-navigation systems. This is part of the Qualified Third-Party Charger Program in Europe, which enables the integration of external charging stations into the Tesla-network.
Advantages for Tesla-drivers
Thanks to the integration of third-party chargers Tesla-drivers a wider choice of charging stations, especially in areas where Tesla-Superchargers are not yet available. The main advantages are:
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Transparent availability: Display of the total number of parking spaces and the spaces currently occupied.
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Loading speed: Information on the maximum charging speed of the station.
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Easy navigation: Third-party chargers are displayed as gray bubbles in the map view, similar to the red Superchargers.
Technical implementation and requirements
Tesla has defined clear criteria for participation in the program to ensure high quality and reliability of the charging stations. The requirements include:
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Compatibility: At least one compatible charging port.
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Frequency of use: On average one charging session every four days by Tesla-drivers.
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Charging success rate: A success rate of at least 90%.
If these criteria are not met within 14 days, the charging stations will be removed from the Tesla-system.
Future prospects
Tesla plans to use the Qualified Third-Party Charger Program in North America as well. This will further improve the charging infrastructure and Tesla-offer more flexibility to drivers worldwide. The expansion demonstrates Tesla's commitment to advancing electric mobility and facilitating access to reliable charging stations.
Conclusion and outlook
The introduction of occupancy status for third-party chargers is a significant step for Tesla and its drivers. This feature not only improves the user experience, but also strengthens the entire e-mobility ecosystem. With further enhancements and the integration in North America Tesla new standards for the charging infrastructure.
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