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ChargePoint is a large-scale charging network operating in the United States and 13 other countries with over 30,000 EV chargers

Just how big are everyday things in Texas? It’s kind of over the top, actually. The Tesla Supercharger in Temple,

We got our closest look yet at a preproduction Cybertruck at New Braunfels Supercharger on November 12th, just an hour

The Blink charging network is a Level 2 public charging network in the US with locations coast to coast. Since

If you have more than one Tesla product registered in your account, there is a great little UI easter egg

With recent software updates this year, Tesla made fleet management easier for companies like Hertz that are renting out tens

EVgo is a Level 3 fast charging network operator with locations in 34 US states and 1000+ DC fast charging

Every Tesla car is connected to the Internet at all times. This opens up a world of possibilities not possible

The FLO network operates thousands of Level 2 and fast DC Level 3 charging points across Canada and the United

Have you ever noticed a small blue section in front of the green energy status bar in your Tesla app?

When driving in the Canadian province of Ontario, you will often encounter Ivy Network charging stations at ONroute rest stops

It is Autumn here in the Northeast, which means most drivers around these parts are going to be switching to

The Sentry Mode security system is one of many benefits of owning a Tesla vehicle. The all-electric powertrain with a

If you ever had your Tesla unplugged from a public charger, you know exactly how frustrating that can be. If

Sometime in the summer of 2023, Tesla updated their in-car software and apps to recommend 80% state of charge as

Charging an EV at home takes time. The car is going to be plugged in for hours at a time.

Virtually every new electric vehicle on sale today (other than Teslas) offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto either as standard

Are you worried about your high-tech electronics at home during thunderstorms? A surge protector power bar can keep your electronics

As the world strives toward a greener future and combats the challenges of climate change, one crucial area of focus

The NEMA 14-50 is the most popular 240-volt, 50-amp outlet used for Level 2 EV charging at home. Most home

With most of the country sitting under some type of heat warning in late July, we decided to revisit Tesla’s

Have you ever noticed that drivers at Tesla Supercharger locations tend to arrange their cars in alternating spots? One reason

As electric vehicles gain traction in America and worldwide, the need for accessible and reliable charging infrastructure becomes increasingly vital.

It is well known that charging an EV at home, during off-peak hours is less expensive than charging at public

One of the primary benefits of EV ownership is charging at home and starting each morning with optimal battery state

In recent weeks we have seen several prominent EV manufacturers announce their intention to transition from CCS connectors to NACS

Sentry Mode is one of many high-tech features that set Teslas apart from other premium new cars. The ability to

Like dominoes, supporters of the CCS fast-charging connector in North America have started to fall. It is now almost inevitable

There used to be a time when this young electric car company incentivized new sales of the Model S with

EVs generally do not need big brakes because they slow down using a combination of friction brakes AND regenerative braking

Outdoor air quality has really declined in recent days in the Northeast due to raging forest fires in parts of

The internal temperature of the high-voltage battery pack of an electric vehicle will have a big effect on performance characteristics.

Yes, you absolutely can. However, you will need an additional accessory and a little bit of planning. Electrify America charging

We have witnessed high economic inflation levels during the past 18 months. Everything from food bills to housing is becoming

Feb. 23, 2023 Update: It appears that Tesla Software update version 2023.2.12 has mostly solved the bug. While the quality

How you accidentally dismissed the swipeable cards that appear below the vehicle visualization on the Tesla center screen? Those cards

This article is intended for users in North American markets where Tesla cars include a proprietary charging connector. Teslas use

The Tesla Mobile Connector is a mobile EV charger made by Tesla. It includes a NEMA 5-15 (120v wall plug)

Is your Tesla app reporting a code 503 Server Maintenance below the battery indicator? Don’t panic. The short answer is:

Do electric cars consume more energy while travelling in rainy weather? Yes, actually all vehicles will consume more energy in

EV charging stops are different from gasoline fueling stops. While we can’t top up a tank in 5 minutes, an

The other week we investigated how much extra energy is required for driving a PTC heater-equipped Tesla Model 3 in

If you are like me, you probably use Tesla’s built-in navigation all the time. It is one of the few

Electric cars generally have less frequent maintenance and servicing requirements than gasoline combustion cars. But eventually, you are going to

Electric cars generally fall into two categories when it comes to heating the cabin in cold weather: PTC electrical resistance

Level 3 DC fast charging (and Supercharging) brings an EV up to full charge in minutes, instead of hours. This

When most people think about automotive performance, horsepower figures come to mind. We have used the HP figures for generations

2023 is here, so that means the federal tax credits for EVs are available to use for the purchase of

The other day my iPhone stopped streaming music over Bluetooth to my Tesla Model Y, and incoming phone calls stopped

The Tesla Supercharger Network is by far the largest Level 3 DC fast charging network in the world. Access to

We are now in the proper deep winter months in the northern hemisphere. Have you noticed a reduction in range

This year’s holiday season brought some of the coldest temperatures in recent memory to the continental United States and Canada.

We are in the depths of winter with many areas in the northern hemisphere experiencing ice and snow. Tesla’s door

Level 1 Best Case Scenario Level 1 charging on 120 volts in North America is done at 12 amps because

New owners may find it surprising that the charging cable is physically locked with a lock pin while the car

Consumers transitioning from gasoline combustion cars to electric vehicles may find it odd to see charging speeds displayed in miles

Household clothes dryers are power-hungry appliances that operate on 240 volts in North America, despite regular electrical appliances operating on

The Tesla in-car screen UI and software certainly raise the bar for infotainment systems developed by car manufacturers. Few other

Whether you going on a weekend camping trip or a cross-country road trip, campsites and RV parks are easy opportunities

With software update version 2022.44.2 Tesla introduced an optional toggle setting to Sentry Mode, allowing the car to detect events

Charging at home is a convenience enjoyed by EV drivers, because starting every drive with a charged battery is easier

Why do Software Update downloads get stuck? Most often the reason the software update download gets stuck at 50 percent

Becoming an EV driver, you may quickly realize that Level 1 (120v) charging may not deliver enough energy to cover

Going electric already makes a lot of financial sense. But did you know many US states and electric utilities offer

Tesla’s most popular models, the 3 and Y do not have instrument cluster screens behind the steering wheel, where traditional

Think of Matrix headlights as essentially light projectors that are able to selectively turn on and off certain sections of

Is your Tesla centre screen in full screen mode while in YouTube or the Netflix app? How do you get

The latest Model 3 and Y Teslas come with two Type-C charging ports in the front, and two more for

Are you impatiently waiting for your new Tesla reservation to finally be delivered? Refreshing your account daily and watching the

The newest Tesla Superchargers and other Level 3 DC fast charging stations are peaking between 250-350 kW of power these

Research Reveals the States with the Highest Number of EV Charging Stations Charging has always been the greatest sticking point

Wouldn’t it be great if you could charge from 10% to 80% at home in minutes instead of hours? Yes,

Updated: November 6, 2023, with latest screenshots and best practices. LFP chemistry (LiFePO4 or Lithium-iron-phosphate) batteries are very quickly gaining

Electric cars are known to have lower maintenance and running costs than conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) cars. This is

Skeptics often argue that the battery manufacturing process for EVs and a dirty electricity grid outweigh environmental benefits of reducing

Electric Vehicles are known to require far less maintenance than gasoline internal combustion engine (ICE) cars. But when a car

The high voltage battery is the most expensive component of an EV. What maintenance steps are required to maximize service

Why do Tesla cars in North America use a different charging connector from all the other popular electric cars? Wouldn’t

Elon Musk and Tesla dropped a bombshell last weekend, stating that Tesla cars will no longer include the Mobile Connector

Prospective Electric Vehicle owners are often curious how long it takes to top up a battery with electricity, and whether

Electric car batteries, like all lithium batteries, lose capacity over time. Everyone is familiar with this fact from owning electronic