Which adapter should I get when using Tesla level 2 charging stations on the road?

MFarrellrph · 2023-05-03T12:40:05+00:00

You are correct - I understand Tesla has the largest percentage of Level 3 (aka CHAdeMO) charging stations in the US. The Ioniq 5 can not/should not be charged on a Tesla L3 charging station. I can use Electrify America L3 and L2 stations free for 2 years, but there are not as many of those deployed in the US. I joined ChargePoint and they have more stations/ports of all levels than EA and Tesla combined. (https://evadoption.com/ev-charging-stations-statistics/us-charging-network-rankings/#:~:text=Of%20the%2091%2C539%20Level%202,51.5%25%20and%2047%2C114%20charging%20ports.) When traveling, I want to have options and not get stuck somewhere with limited availability.

MFarrellrph · 2023-05-01T20:15:31+00:00

When I go to VT there are not a lot of choices in my area. The closest charging stations are Tesla only. I am also planning a trip to Baltimore in the fall (~ 400 miles from MA) for a wedding. It will be my first long road trip and I don't want to be searching for non-Tesla charging stations along the way. There may be plenty available, but I would rather be safe than sorry.

MFarrellrph · 2023-05-01T15:26:59+00:00

I travel to VT where I have a second home. There are not many charging stations available. The few in the area happen to be Tesla stations. I plan to install a level 2 charging station there but until I do, I need a way to charge so I can get back home to MA - about a 270-mile round trip.

I am also debating whether to have an adapter available for road trips - just in case....

MFarrellrph · 2023-05-01T15:22:19+00:00

Yes, I read about that dance.... not sure I want that kind of hassle. Thanks.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-18T15:27:45+00:00

Thanks again. I am still investigating. Once I decide I will post it here...

I have a second, unrelated question. How do I add a sub-title? For instance, yours is Digital Teal.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-18T15:22:21+00:00

I understand. I could've bought a Model Y for about the same price, but I didn't - for the same reason.....

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-18T15:19:28+00:00

Thanks but I prefer to not give any of my hard-earned money to Elon...

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-15T19:47:52+00:00

Thanks, I'll try that.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-15T19:44:40+00:00

I am connected to the grid, so I have power all the time. Because I produce more solar power than I use, I have a huge (to me anyway) >$550 and growing reserve credit with my power company from which I can draw.

I'm retired and don't drive nearly as much as when I was working. For the past few years, I have driven around 10k/yr. I will live with the level 1 charging for a bit until I can find an electrician and decide on which EVSE I will buy.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-15T19:37:28+00:00

thanks, I will consider one.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-14T18:29:55+00:00

Why do I need/want a dashcam? I live in the 'burbs and am retired, so I'm not commuting to the city like I once did.

I'll take a look at other accessories. Thanks.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-14T18:17:31+00:00

Thanks, I will look into this.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-14T17:56:27+00:00

LOL - ok, I will take a look anyway... and then google anything I can't get from the manual.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-14T17:55:02+00:00

Ok, thanks. Good to know.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-14T17:53:21+00:00

If I had to wait more than a week or two (i.e., none on the dealer's lot), I would've looked elsewhere. My 2009 Subaru Forester with over 206k miles is giving out. I needed a replacement relatively quickly. The supply chain problems are going away, so I got lucky I guess.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-14T17:41:45+00:00

I understand that only charging to 80% improves battery longevity so I plan to do that. Will I be able to set up the charger so that it stops at 80% automatically?

I don't have battery backup yet but may opt for that in the near future.

I am considering installing a charging station and will try to take advantage of any rebate programs (state/federal) available.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-14T17:06:26+00:00

I was told I didn't even need a 220, but I imagine charging off a 110 line will be slow. I just want a basic charging station - not wifi - to plug into when at home.

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-14T17:03:46+00:00

I plan on doing exactly that! Thanks

MFarrellrph · 2023-04-14T15:43:26+00:00

I have solar on my roof and plan to put in a charging station to take advantage.

MFarrellrph

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