EVgo is looking to lure Tesla drivers away from the automaker’s Supercharger network by emphasizing a “seamless” experience that rivals what it has to offer.
According to EVgo’s press release, the Tesla Plus Ads program is open to all Tesla drivers — including newcomers and those who already have an EVgo account — through December 31, 2022. It offers Tesla drivers free three-month trial of the EVgo Plus subscription program, which includes lower fees and free bookings at certain charging sites.
Tesla is charging on the EVgo . network
Additionally, Tesla drivers with a Combo 1 CCS Adapter can sign up for EVgo’s Autocharge+ service. Announced in September, it’s basically a version of the paid network Plug and charge, allowing automatic charging and payment initiation. The required adapter is compatible with Tesla Model 3, Model S, Model X and Model Y, and allows charging at up to 250 kW, according to EVgo.
To participate in the Tesla Plus Promo program, interested Tesla owners need to download the EVgo app and add their Tesla VIN number to the vehicle section. For Autocharge+, owners must also plug in the EVgo charging station with an adapter.
Charge the Tesla CCS1 . adapter
EVgo first started offering Tesla connector in 2019 and beyond announced plans for more of them in 2021, including 400 existing EVgo locations and another 200 in the pipeline.
Tesla just announced that it is open its connector for automakers and other manufacturers — without investing in the Supercharger network they requested years ago. That comes with a rebranding to the North American Charging Standard (NACS) and could be timed for Tesla to qualify for future funding rounds for $7.4 billion federal electric vehicle charging networkrequires stations to use non-proprietary charging standards.
