– Tesla EVs come with an adapter to charge at non-Tesla chargers
– The adapter doesn’t work with the Cybertruck, according to Tesla
– A Ford dealership came to the rescue when the design flaw almost stranded the writer
Tesla EVs typically come with an adapter that allows them to charge at non-Tesla chargers, but this adapter does not work with the Cybertruck according to Tesla. This design flaw caused the author to almost get stranded, until a Ford dealership was able to help out. When the author rented a Tesla Cybertruck for a 3-day period, they were excited for the unique driving experience but did not anticipate the headache of finding a charger. Despite the growing availability of superchargers and improvements in EV charging infrastructure, the author assumed the trip would be simple, only to encounter challenges. A lack of contingency planning combined with a design oversight from Tesla caused the author’s assumptions to be proven wrong, leading to a frustrating experience of trying to charge the Cybertruck. This highlights the importance of considering all potential challenges and making necessary preparations when driving an electric vehicle, even if the brand is known for its supercharging network.