EVgo is one of the largest public fast-charging networks in the U.S., and it's now getting more appealing for Tesla owners. EVgo, which plans to triple in size in the next five years, added Autocharge+ in its latest app update, allowing CCS-enabled Teslas to use the system without swiping a card.
Tesla's Supercharging network is massive and growing every day. There are currently more than 35,000 stations worldwide, including approximately 1,500 in the United States, and the company recently asked for public input for the location of its next stations.
While Tesla serves its customers, the more charging stations in more places, the better. This expansion will be significant with the rapid growth of EVs both now and in the future. EVgo predicts that half of all vehicles will be fully electric or some form of hybrid electric by 2030.
EVgo is the first public charging network that offered a Tesla connector, meaning no adapters were needed to use their stations. However, the Tesla version chargers do not work with the AutoCharge+, and owners who want to take advantage of the hassle-free charging will need to use Tesla's CCS adapter.
EVgo is utilizing the ISO 15118 communication standard that allows vehicles to communicate with the grid to make charging a vehicle easier.
Tesla's CCS adapters have already been added to the EVgo list of eligible products or vehicles to use with its system. Tesla added CCS adapters to its store in September, and for people who own Teslas that are not CCS compatible, they were met with a message that a retrofit is required and to check back in 2023.
According to EVgo's website, it has partnered with several automakers, including Tesla, "to offer their EV customers enticing charging solutions including pre-paid charging credits, preferred pricing, infrastructure deployment, mobile app solutions, and more." In addition, there are instructions and videos to simplify the signing-up process, which is a one-time enrollment in their app.
While EVgo may never be as simple as using Tesla's Superchargers, since it does require setting up an account with EVgo, this is a great step in the right direction. Superchargers are extremely convenient, but more choice is always welcomed and this solution will further help EV adoption.
People may also like the company's environmental initiatives. For example, it celebrated its 500,000 customer by partnering and donating to One Tree Planted, an organization working on reforestation efforts. Cathy Zoi, CEO of EVgo said, "As we enable more drivers and communities to access the benefits of driving electric, EVgo remains committed to renewables and renewing our mission to grow a business that is sustainable environmentally and financially."
Another reason Tesla owners may want to swing by EVgo, the company has launched a social media campaign encouraging users of the system to use #EVgo500K when posting a picture of using one of their stations. People posting pictures on Facebook or Instagram using the #EVgo500K hashtag will earn 500 bonus EVgo Rewards points.
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It has been a long wait for FSD for European customers, many of whom paid for the feature years ago on now legacy hardware. While the FSD transfer program has come and gone multiple times, there’s something to be said about having it available in North America, where it can be used, and in Europe or other countries, where it still just remains the same as Enhanced Autopilot (differences between Autopilot, EAP, and FSD).
FSD Transfer is a nice goodwill gesture from Tesla that in theory doesn’t cost them anything. Instead, it keeps customers, especially those who have been waiting for years, loyal and happy. It also incentivizes them to upgrade to a newer Tesla with HW4, where FSD will hopefully be achieved.
In a reply to a post on X, Elon agreed with the suggestion that offering FSD transfers in Europe would be a fair solution for those who have already purchased FSD but can’t use its capabilities.
FSD Transfer directly addresses a growing concern for many long-term European Tesla owners. Thousands of customers purchased the full package, often many years ago, with the expectation that FSD would eventually be capable and approved for use. However, the reality is that FSD, even as an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), continues to be pushed back in Europe.
Without the transfer program, it's a difficult choice: either throw away your original investment in FSD and pay for the package a second time (FSD price history), or subscribe to it in the future.
Offering FSD transfers is a good way for Tesla to meet them halfway. It's a difficult situation, and one that’s being hindered by processes beyond the control of both the customer and Tesla. However, a transfer helps both parties. Tesla sells another vehicle, and the customer gets to keep FSD.
When Will it Be Available?
Based on how FSD transfers have worked in the past following Elon’s announcements, this feature is likely to become available for a limited time period in the coming days or weeks. If it happens, we should expect an announcement from Tesla Europe on X and emails being sent out to Tesla customers.
Once the program is in place, all you need to do is complete your vehicle purchase and then inform your Tesla sales advisor that you’d like to transfer FSD. You don’t even have to sell or trade in your old Tesla; FSD will simply be removed from it as a feature.
Hopefully, Tesla enables FSD Transfers for everyone, regardless of region. It should be an ongoing offer until at least FSD is approved in the given country or region.
The introductory price for Tesla’s Robotaxi Network has finally been updated. In a post on X, Elon Musk confirmed that the new fare would be rolling out to complement the new Robotaxi geofence expansion.
This change marks the first adjustment to Tesla’s fares since the initial $4.20 launch price 23 days ago. While the price increase may seem significant in terms of percentages, when compared to other options in the ride-hailing area, it is still drastically cheaper.
But the price is now a princely $6.90, as foretold in the prophecy 😂
Robotaxi currently operates on a simple, flat-rate model. The new $6.90 fare gets you a ride to anywhere within the recently expanded geofence.
So far, this is the opposite approach compared to other services, such as Waymo or traditional ride-sharing options like Uber and Lyft. All these services use dynamic pricing based on distance, time of day, and demand. A comparable trip on any one of these services could cost anywhere from $30 to $65, and potentially even higher during peak hours.
That doesn’t even include the tip fees for human drivers either - another win for Robotaxi (can you tip a Robotaxi?).
Even with the adjustment, the flat $6.90 fare remains less than half the price of a typical competing ride, making Robotaxi the most affordable point-to-point transportation option in Austin, aside from mass transit, for now.
A “Maturing” Service
The price change, moving from one meme-worthy number to another, is a sign that Robotaxi is finally graduating from its initial pilot phase. Following the first major expansion of the service area, this adjustment is a logical next step towards finding a more sustainable flat price.
While the new fare is a 65% increase over the old fare, the key takeaway is that it is still far cheaper than other options, and still just as meme-worthy. Tesla is aiming to have its early access riders complete as many rides as possible during these early months, and this pricing is still very reflective of that.
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