Tesla Boosts Holiday Travel with New Megapack Chargers on Key U.S. Routes

December 23, 2024
Tesla Boosts Holiday Travel with New Megapack Chargers on Key U.S. Routes
  • Tesla vehicles can access real-time stall availability updates for these MegapackChargers through their in-car navigation systems.

  • Each MegapackCharger boasts a capacity of 3 MWh, which can charge approximately 75 vehicles.

  • These chargers can be recharged within hours by temporarily taking a nearby Supercharger offline during the night.

  • In a strategic move to enhance electric vehicle charging capabilities ahead of the holiday travel season, Tesla has deployed four new Megapack Chargers across key U.S. highway corridors.

  • These mobile MegapackChargers are strategically located in Bakersfield, California; Primm, Nevada; El Centro, California; and Cambridge, Ohio, and are now visible on Tesla's Supercharger map.

  • According to Tesla's listings, these chargers offer impressive charging speeds of up to 150 kW.

  • The chargers in Bakersfield and Primm are integrated with existing Supercharger stations, while the units in El Centro and Cambridge are standalone, featuring eight and ten stalls, respectively.

  • Equipped with eight 250 kW charging posts, the chargers are connected to the internet via Starlink, ensuring real-time updates.

  • Max de Zegher, Tesla's Director of Charging for North America, highlighted that these chargers are particularly effective in addressing temporary congestion and disruptions, such as those caused by natural disasters.

  • Tesla has a history of deploying mobile Superchargers in response to emergencies, having utilized mobile units since at least 2019, including during Hurricane Milton in October 2024.

  • The latest mobile chargers are supported by Tesla's production of pre-fabricated Supercharger units at its Gigafactory in Buffalo, New York, which streamlines installation.

  • In addition to the MegapackChargers, Tesla is working on enhancing its Supercharger network with plans for more towing-friendly stalls and longer charging cables to accommodate a wider range of electric vehicles.

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