Tesla To Add Improvements to V4 Superchargers

Tesla will improve its V4 Superchargers with improved docks and a more flexible cable

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The Tesla Supercharger V4 network was met with disappointment from a Tesla fan and Model 3 owner. @RoamingNorway posted on X several issues with the new chargers. These included heavier cables, reduced flexibility, a problematic grip causing the plug to fall, and an obstructive design. Despite a modest following, his observations resonated with the Tesla community and caught the company's attention.

The Reviews are In

After the post, @RoamingNorway was met with the usual pro-Tesla crowd and the anti-Tesla hater responses. The user politely answered several comments and displayed their admiration for the EV revolution. Then, the big one, Tesla acknowledged these concerns through its official charging account.

Minor things matter. Cable dock & stiffness improvements coming soon! - @TeslaCharging

Tesla's V4 Supercharger, an update over its predecessors, initially aimed to cater to a broader range of EVs by including a longer, more durable cable. However, this design adjustment inadvertently introduced challenges for Tesla drivers, as highlighted by the feedback. Tesla's acknowledgment and swift commitment to address these issues reflect the company's agility and customer-centric approach.

While Tesla has not specified the details or timeline for the improvements, their proactive stance suggests these enhancements will be implemented effectively. This development aligns with Tesla's ongoing efforts to expand and refine its charging infrastructure.

The expansion of Tesla's V4 Supercharger network in Europe includes new installations and upgrades from older versions. This expansion is part of Tesla's broader strategy to accommodate an increasing variety of electric vehicles following major automakers' widespread adoption of Tesla’s charging technology. This move grants access to Tesla's extensive Supercharger network of more than 50,000 globally.

Owners Have a Voice

Tesla's approach to customer feedback, exemplified by its response to @RoamingNorway's post, is the latest demonstration of listening to user experience to identify areas of improvement. While the company usually picks off random posts, it opened up the floor last May. Tesla asked what it could improve in a post that garnered more than 9 million views and 13 thousand responses. Interestingly, many of the top suggestions have been addressed, and several more have likely been implemented during an over-the-air update.

For example, customers emphasized the need for faster service times and more service locations. Tesla is continuously building more brick-and-mortar locations to address the growing demand for service. There was also a call to make Full Self-Driving (FSD) transferable. You may recall there was a window to make this happen over the past year. Owners wanted a 360° bird's eye view; Tesla has done better than that with the new High-fidelity Park Assist. There was also a request for a better referral program, and there have been several additions since May.

Tesla is following a proven strategy. Time and time again, the businesses that listen to customers often succeed. We might not be used to a car company listening and implementing changes as quickly as Tesla.

The new Supercharger dispensers are worse for Tesla drivers:

1. The cables are heavier

2. The cables are less flexible and make it difficult to bend the cable and place the plug where you want it

3. The grip of the holster makes the plug fall onto the ground and gets snow/dirt… pic.twitter.com/ry4omufwbC

— Roaming Norway (@RoamingNorway) December 30, 2023

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Tesla FSD in Europe: June Update

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The road to bringing FSD to Europe has been a long and complex one and filled with regulatory and bureaucratic hurdles. Elon Musk, as well as other members of Tesla’s AI team, have previously voiced their grievances with the regulatory approval process on X.

However, it appears that there is finally some progress in getting things moving with recent changes to upcoming autonomy regulations, but the process still seems slow.

Waiting on the Dutch

Elon commented on X recently, stating that Tesla is waiting for approval from Dutch authorities and then the EU to start rolling out FSD in Europe. Tesla is focusing on acquiring approvals from the Dutch transportation authority, which will provide them with the platform they need to gain broader acceptance in Europe. Outside of the Netherlands, Tesla is also conducting testing in Norway, which provides a couple of avenues for them to obtain national-level approval.

The frustration has been ongoing, with multiple committee meetings bringing up autonomy regulation but always pulling back at the last second before approving anything. The last meeting on Regulation 157, which governs Automated Lane Keeping Systems, concluded with authorities from the UK and Spain requesting additional time to analyze the data before reaching a conclusion.

Tesla, as well as Elon, have motioned several times for owners to reach out to their elected representatives to move the process forward, as it seems that Tesla’s own efforts are being stymied. 

This can seem odd, especially since Tesla has previously demoed FSD working exceptionally smoothly on European roads - and just did it again in Rome when they shared the video below on X.

FSD Supervised testing in Rome, Italy

Pending regulatory approval pic.twitter.com/TXh3uQIfrx

— Tesla Europe & Middle East (@teslaeurope) June 12, 2025

DCAS Phase 3

While the approval process has been slow, Kees Roelandschap pointed out that there may be a different regulatory step that could allow FSD to gain a foothold in Europe.

According to Kees, the European Commission is now taking a new approach to approving ADAS systems under the new DCAS Phase 3 regulations. The Commission is now seeking data from systems currently operational in the United States that can perform System-Initiated Maneuvers and don’t require hands-on intervention for every request.

This is key because those are two of the core functionalities that make FSD so usable, and it also means that there may not be a need to wait years for proper regulations to be written from scratch. Now, the Commission will be looking at real-world data based on existing, deployed technology, which could speed up the process immensely.

What This Means

This new, data-driven regulatory approach could be the path for Tesla to reach its previous target of September for European FSD. While the cogs of bureaucracy are ever slow, sometimes all it takes is a little data to have them turn a bit faster in this case.

Alongside specific countries granting approval for limited field testing with employees, there is some light at the end of the tunnel for FSD in Europe, and hopes are that a release will occur by the end of 2025. With Europe now looking to North America for how FSD is performing, Tesla’s Robotaxi results could also play a role.

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Tesla Launches 'TeslaVision' Contest With Big Prizes — See Last Year’s Winner [VIDEO]

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Tesla’s marketing has always been relatively unconventional, relying on word-of-mouth rather than traditional advertising. The passion of the owner’s community is always massive, but it is especially high now with the launch of the Robotaxi network just around the corner.

Tesla is now tapping into that spring of fan creativity and announced the TeslaVision video contest, with some seriously impressive prizes up for grabs.

Announcing the TeslaVision fan video showcase

Tesla owners & supporters have always been able to see our products & mission for what they truly are.

Your word of mouth has made Tesla what it is today.

The OGs will remember that in 2017, we held our first video contest. 8 years… pic.twitter.com/6pPpkqmqOH

— Tesla (@Tesla) June 10, 2025

The Contest

The core of the contest is simple. Create a video that shows how your Tesla gives you more in life. Tesla is looking for submissions that highlight themes of freedom, safety, fun, and convenience.

Prizes

The prizes definitely make this contest worth entering if you’re good with a camera and have some basic video editing abilities.

For North America, the prizes include a brand new Model Y AWD Long Range, alongside an all-expenses-paid trip to Austin for a tour of Giga Texas. The grand prize winner will also be able to custom order their Model Y, allowing them to select their preferred wheels and color.

The two runners-up won’t get a Model Y, but they’ll also enjoy an all-expenses-paid trip to Giga Texas for a tour of the factory.

The travel and tour include lodging in Austin for 2 nights, as well as economy-class round-trip tickets from anywhere in North America. Tesla will also provide a vehicle for use during the trip.

Hopefully, these winners will also have the opportunity to experience the Robotaxi network while they’re in Austin, as it’s expected to be opened to the public later this month.

Project Loveday

For long-time followers of Tesla, this contest may feel familiar. The contest is a direct throwback to the 2017 Project Loveday contest, which was inspired by a letter to Tesla from a 10-year-old aspiring marketer. That contest was won by MKBHD, with his submission below:

How to Enter

If you’re ready to start filming, here are the key pieces of information you’ll need to know:

• Video must be 90 seconds or less

• Video must be uploaded to YouTube with a public URL

• Make a post on X and Instagram tagging “@Tesla” and include the words “TeslaVision contest” in the post.

• Provide links to both social media posts in your submission to Tesla’s form

• Provide your personal details in the form

• You have until July 17th, 2025, or until Tesla receives 10,000 entries, whichever comes first.

You can find the official submission form and all region-specific details on Tesla's website.

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