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That’s what I thought too but only applies to the older chargers (which aren’t compatible with non-Teslas), V3 and V4 don’t have that issue apparently…but most Teslas leave space since easier to get out of the car…
Wait, what? I've NEVER heard this before! Or maybe I did when at least 3 others replied to my comment in this very thread, and maybe I heard it long before that too.
No, just teasing. I understand how easy it is to see a comment early in a thread and not realize it's already been responded to.
I think that’s V3 but the pedestal is positioned more like v4 i think (in the center). Wish more of them were like the one in your picture.how do you know if it’s a v4? i charged at a new magic dock charger in phoenix in january and the spots were huge. i had no issue parking in the lines. sorry for bad photo.
Just for information, there are some Tesla locations where the spaces are back to back in stead of in a line. The one in Costa Mesa, CA off of Hyland Ave is configured like that. I was able to use that one list night and park in a way that nothing was blocked. I used the opposite cabinet from normal but someone was able to pull in opposite me and the other cabinet still reached their vehicle.
Yep that's a V3 pedestal but it's better positioned in the middle. Most V3 stations have their pedestals biased to the right of the parking spot which makes it difficult if other cars' charge port is on the other side.how do you know if it’s a v4? i charged at a new magic dock charger in phoenix in january and the spots were huge. i had no issue parking in the lines. sorry for bad photo.
Great example of being able to park on the opposite side. Tesla's can park on one side while others can park on the other side to avoid taking two charging spots. When this is available, non-Tesla owners should be courteous and take advantage of it.
I'm not sure about this. If there weren't another set of chargers on the other side, I would agree 100%. However, in this specific photo, you'd still be occupying two chargers. I don't think it's right to block a different network's charger just because Tesla didn't design their superchargers to accommodate a variety of port locations.
There is a location in Costa Mesa where the chargers are lined up with spaces back to back. I was able to get in one of those spots to charge without blocking another unit from being unusable. The Tesla in front of me had to park close to the right line when backing in but was able to reach their charge port with the charger positioned for use in the spot I was in.
Isn’t that why Rivian has tow straps in the Gear store and tow hooks on the front bumper?Wait, what? I've NEVER heard this before! Or maybe I did when at least 3 others replied to my comment in this very thread, and maybe I heard it long before that too.
My response to the others is: Yes, I understand that's why it makes sense at v1 and v2 stations. v3 and v4 stations don't share power the same way, so for most of the stations where non-Teslas will be charging, Tesla drivers need to stop alternating spots to observe the new etiquette. If they don't, a half-full station could potentially be rendered unusable by non-Teslas.
