I’m in the military and planning to drive my Prologue over 1,000 miles from Southern California to Seattle. I’m trying to figure out which adapter I need to use Tesla Superchargers. I’ve seen a lot of posts on this but I just want a clear answer. Anyone know what’s the best adapter to get?
I’ve got the Tesla app ready to go and even set up two vehicles just in case (one as a Prologue and one as a Blazer EV). I also have the ABRP app to filter all fast chargers, just to be prepared. I’d just feel better having the adapter with me, even if I don’t end up needing it.
If anyone’s done a long trip like this or had issues with charging or the car itself, I’d really appreciate hearing about it.
Any other tips or advice would be awesome. Thanks .
I’ve got the Lectron Vortex and it works great. I usually get around 115-120kw at Tesla Superchargers with no problems. Hope your trip goes well, and I’d love to hear how it turns out.
Linden said:
I’ve got the Lectron Vortex and it works great. I usually get around 115-120kw at Tesla Superchargers with no problems. Hope your trip goes well, and I’d love to hear how it turns out.
Thanks, that’s helpful! I’ll definitely update you after the trip.
@Blaze
Let me know how it goes! I’ve got a Prologue too, and I’m honestly worried about how much time the charging will add to trips. Feels like it could take twice as long.
Harley said: @Blaze
Let me know how it goes! I’ve got a Prologue too, and I’m honestly worried about how much time the charging will add to trips. Feels like it could take twice as long.
If you charge to 100%, you get around 300 miles. A 20-minute stop should get you back to about 80%, which is around 222 miles. Does that sound reasonable? Just curious.
Harley said: @Blaze
Let me know how it goes! I’ve got a Prologue too, and I’m honestly worried about how much time the charging will add to trips. Feels like it could take twice as long.
Honestly, it’s not too bad. By the time you’re done charging, you’re usually ready to hit the road again anyway. I’ve done a few 4-hour trips and it’s manageable — just gotta plan a bit. I’ll keep you posted.
Check out the Plugshare app. Unless there’s a stretch along I-5 where you don’t have CCS1 chargers for over 200 miles, you don’t really need a Tesla adapter. Most people won’t need one unless they’re really set on using Tesla chargers.
Edit: I looked it up and couldn’t find any part of the trip where it’s more than 40 miles between CCS1 chargers. Your Prologue has a range of 200-300 miles, so you’ll be passing tons of other charging spots.
Vale said: @Collin
Tesla Superchargers usually charge faster and are often cheaper too.
If you’re not going to a 50kw charger, the car itself is usually the limiting factor, not the charger. Any 350kw charger will hit the Prologue’s 150kw max.
Even if Superchargers are slightly cheaper sometimes, you’d have to do a lot of DC charging to make up the cost of the adapter. Plus, most Prologue owners have credits with EVGo or Chargepoint, so I’d use those first.
@Collin
Honestly, Superchargers just seem more reliable. There are so many of them on routes like I-5, and they just work better in my experience. I feel like having the adapter is worth it at this point.
I can’t charge at home, so using a Supercharger whenever I can really helps save a bit of money. Also, non-Tesla chargers have given me trouble — never seem to hit the speeds they claim, even when the battery’s preconditioned and I’m the only one there.
@Linden
Are you making sure your charge level is below 60% when you arrive? The Prologue slows down a lot above 50%. Most 350kw chargers should hit the max rate unless the car itself is limiting it.
It just doesn’t add up that there are more Tesla Superchargers than CCS1 spots. Have you checked Plugshare lately? CCS1 chargers are everywhere. I’ve personally never had any big issues with EVGo or Chargepoint. I guess it depends on the area, though.
