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> didn't buy a compatible product ... But good grief everyone, don't pretend to be dispassionate observers, you just want access to superchargers. No, what I w
by clouddrover 5y ago
> didn't buy a compatible product ... But good grief everyone, don't pretend to be dispassionate observers, you just want access to superchargers.
No, what I want is for EV infrastructure to have the same utility as ICE infrastructure. I can fuel my ICE vehicle at any fueling station, no matter the brand of the station or the brand of the car. Similarly, I should be able to charge my EV at any charging station.
Tesla switched to CCS in Europe a few years ago and they've just recently opened an initial 10 charging sites in the Netherlands to all EVs. That's the benefit of a common standard.
All other manufacturers have switched to CCS in North America. Tesla is the last remaining holdout. Balkanized charging infrastructure is just plain dumb and no good for anyone. Incompatible plugs and brand exclusive chargers just make EVs worse.