Can you charge a Tesla on the EVgo network?
EVgo is a Level 3 fast charging network operator with locations in 34 US states and 1000+ DC fast charging stalls, as of 2023. Most locations offer 50 kW DC charging, while newer and upgraded locations offer 100 kW and 350 kW stalls too. The main way to find, activate, and pay for charging is […]
Is Premium Connectivity worth it for Tesla Owners?
Every Tesla car is connected to the Internet at all times. This opens up a world of possibilities not possible with any car I’ve owned before. Upon purchasing a new Tesla, the buyer now receives 1 month of free Premium Connectivity and eight years of Standard Connectivity. Basic functions will work with Standard Connectivity, but […]
Can you charge a Tesla on the FLO charging network?
The FLO network operates thousands of Level 2 and fast DC Level 3 charging points across Canada and the United States. According to the company, there are 95k+ charging points across the continent, serving over a million charging sessions monthly. You are likely to find FLO’s blue chargers in parking lots, points of interest, and […]
What is the blue dot on the Tesla charging status bar?
Have you ever noticed a small blue section in front of the green energy status bar in your Tesla app? This often happens when you are plugged in and adjusting your maximum charge level, and a blue dot may appear. I used to think that perhaps it represented how fast I was recharging the battery, […]
Can you charge Teslas on the Ivy Charging Network?
When driving in the Canadian province of Ontario, you will often encounter Ivy Network charging stations at ONroute rest stops along the 400-series of highways. Ivy is the exclusive charging partner for ONroute service centers, and are perfect place to stop along long road trips. Without leaving the highway system, the ONroute stop will have […]
Why every Tesla owner needs a set of Jack Pads in the trunk
It is Autumn here in the Northeast, which means most drivers around these parts are going to be switching to winter snow tires in the coming weeks. But even drivers who use a single set of tires year-round, still need to rotate their rubber front to back every 10,000 miles or so to promote even […]
How to view Tesla Sentry Mode Videos
The Sentry Mode security system is one of many benefits of owning a Tesla vehicle. The all-electric powertrain with a large battery is what makes continuous video recording possible for days at a time, whereas a gasoline-powered car will run down its’ 12-volt system in a matter of hours. Tesla cars use video feeds from […]
Use a J1772 Adapter Lock to prevent people from unplugging your Tesla
If you ever had your Tesla unplugged from a public charger, you know exactly how frustrating that can be. If you depend on this charging session to continue your journey, someone unplugging your car means you must spend even more time charging. How is it possible to unplug a locked car? A Tesla (NACS) charging […]
Should you charge your Tesla to 80% or 90%?
Sometime in the summer of 2023, Tesla updated their in-car software and apps to recommend 80% state of charge as a daily charging limit, instead of 90% as it was before. When the user slides their charging limit above 80%, a tooltip appears to suggest lowering the limit to just 80%. The reasoning for this […]
Tesla – AC vs. Fans vs. Windows Energy Consumption Tested
With most of the country sitting under some type of heat warning in late July, we decided to revisit Tesla’s impressive HVAC efficiency. We tested the heat pump system last winter, but this time we want to measure the extra energy consumption of cooling the cabin. Main Findings: Test Setup: Limitations