Ford and Tesla join forces: superchargers now open to Ford EV vehicles

Over the past year, the electric vehicle market has experienced significant growth. Ford, a leading automaker, has announced exciting news for its EV customers in the United States and Canada: they will now be able to use Tesla’s Superchargers to fast charge their vehicles. This partnership between Ford and Tesla is an important step toward expanding the EV charging network and will make charging more convenient and affordable for Ford EV owners.

Ford EVs and the partnership with Tesla

The news of the possibility for Ford EV owners to use Tesla’s Superchargers has caused great excitement among the electric vehicle enthusiast community. Ford announced this partnership as part of its efforts to provide a larger and more convenient charging network for its EV customers. With access to Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network, Ford EV owners will be able to enjoy faster and more convenient charging during their travels.

Benefits for Ford EV owners

Ford EV owners will have numerous benefits as a result of this partnership with Tesla. One of the main benefits is access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, which offers high-speed charging and longer range for EVs. This means that Ford EV owners will be able to charge their vehicles faster while traveling and reduce waiting times. In addition, use of Tesla’s Superchargers will be free for Ford EV owners until June 30, 2024, making it even more convenient to use this charging network.

How to use Tesla’s Superchargers with Ford EV vehicles.

To use Tesla Superchargers with Ford EV vehicles, owners will need to obtain a Tesla Supercharger-compatible fast-charging adapter. Currently, Ford EV vehicles use the CCS charging system, so it will be necessary to order the fast charging adapter (NACS) compatible with Tesla’s Superchargers. Ford is offering this adapter free of charge to new and existing customers in the BlueOval charging network until June 30, 2024. Thereafter, the adapter will cost $230, including estimated taxes and shipping costs. Starting in 2025, Ford EV vehicles will be equipped with the NACS charging system as standard.

Location of Tesla’s Superchargers

To find Tesla Superchargers, Ford EV owners will be able to use the FordPass app, which will show the location of Tesla Superchargers along with BlueOval charging points. In addition, Tesla Superchargers will also be integrated into navigation apps such as Apple Maps and Google Maps, making it easier to plan trips and find charging points.

Payment and charging management

In terms of payment and charging management, Ford EV owners will be able to use theFordPassapp and theCharge Assist app on the vehicle’s touchscreen. This means that customers simply plug the vehicle into Tesla’s Supercharger and charging will begin automatically, with the costs managed through the FordPass app. It is important to note that membership in Ford’s BlueOval charging network is required to use Tesla’s Superchargers.

The importance of charging network expansion

Expanding the charging network for electric vehicles is a crucial step in accelerating the transition to electric mobility. One of the main barriers to EV adoption is the lack of affordable and accessible charging infrastructure. The partnership between Ford and Tesla for the use of Tesla Superchargers by Ford EV vehicles is helping to overcome this barrier by providing Ford EV owners with easier charging along their travel routes.

Impact on Tesla owners

This partnership between Ford and Tesla for the use of Tesla Superchargers by Ford EV vehicles will also have an impact on Tesla owners. With the opening of Tesla’s Supercharger network to other automotive brands, Tesla owners may experience increased competition for Supercharger use. However, Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network, which exceeds 15,000 charging points, continues to provide a robust charging infrastructure for Tesla owners as well.