Elon Musk explains how non-Tesla EV owners are going to be able to use the Supercharger network
Elon Musk has released more details about how non-Tesla electric cars owners are going to be able to use the Supercharger network once the automaker opens it up later this year.
Over the last few months, Tesla has indicated that it plans to open the Supercharger network, its extensive global network of fast-charging stations, to electric vehicles from other automakers.
It has been a controversial idea within the Tesla community as some owners worry about the impact on the charging network’s traffic, which already results in some significant wait times in some markets.
We explained that Tesla has been working over the last few months to open its mobile app to non-Tesla owners, and one way to onboard them on the app is going to be through access to the Supercharger network.
Non-Tesla EV owners will be able to sign up for a Tesla account through the app, add a credit card to the account, and manage their charging sessions:
