Is Tesla Free Supercharging Transferable

As a Tesla owner, you may be wondering whether the free Supercharging that comes with your Tesla is transferable to other people. After all, there may be times when you want to lend your Tesla to a friend or family member, or you may be considering selling your Tesla and want to know if the free Supercharging will transfer to the new owner.

The short answer is that Tesla free Supercharging is generally not transferable to other people. Here’s what you need to know about free Supercharging and how it works with Tesla vehicles.

 

Is Tesla Free Supercharging Transferable

 

The answer is No, Tesla free supercharge is not transferable, it is only available to the first owner but cannot be transferred to another person if the car is sold out from the original owner. Occasionally Tesla offers Free Supercharging to incentivize the purchase of a new or used Tesla from its own site, it is unlikely to ever be transferable again in the future. Moreover, Tesla had stated that “Free Supercharging is not sustainable and does not incent optimal behavior.”

 

 

This means that if you lend your Tesla to a friend or family member, they will not be able to use the free Supercharging that comes with your vehicle.

Similarly, if you sell your Tesla, the free Supercharging will not transfer to the new owner. The free Supercharging is tied to the specific vehicle and cannot be transferred to another person or vehicle.

However, there are some exceptions to this rule. For example, if you purchase a Tesla through a Tesla Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) program, the free Supercharging may be transferable to the new owner. The specifics of the transfer will depend on the terms of the CPO program and the specific vehicle being sold.

It’s always a good idea to check with a Tesla representative or refer to the specific terms of your free Supercharging offer to get a clear understanding of whether the free Supercharging is transferable in your case.

 

How to Get Free Supercharge on a Used Tesla

 

Earning free Supercharging is no longer possible, according to the Tesla website.  If you have decided which model you are getting, it is important to place your order using a valid Tesla referral code available under the Tesla Referral Program.

To get the free supercharger miles on your Tesla,  you have to use the referral link when purchasing the Tesla car. You and your referral will receive 1,000 free Supercharger miles with the purchase of a new Tesla car.

As of 18 Sep 2021, Tesla stopped the Rewards program on all of their cars. Now, only Solar Roof and Solar Panels are eligible for the Referral Program. The same invite code can also be used to get $100 of credit if you are purchasing Tesla Solar in a country where Tesla is accepting orders.

Supercharging is currently available in North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific and it will be coming soon to Australia. Supercharger stations are built next to amenities like roadside diners, cafes, and shopping centers.

 

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If I Buy a Used Tesla Do I Get Free Supercharging

 

The answer is no. Tesla has a referral program that gives you free supercharging if you refer a friend to buy a Tesla. However, this is not the case with used Teslas.

Tesla offers free supercharging for the first year of ownership if you buy a used Tesla. However, it’s important to note that there are some conditions and limitations associated with this offer.

 

How to Check if Tesla Has Free Supercharging

 

Tesla has free supercharging for the first 400 kWh per year. They have also announced that they will start charging for supercharging after this limit.

Tesla owners can use their mobile app to check if they have any available supercharge credits. The mobile app also provides information about the nearest location where you can get a free charge and the time required to charge your vehicle at these locations.

The Tesla Supercharger network is a global network of 480-volt fast-charging stations that enables Tesla Model S, Model X, and Model 3 owners to travel long distances, such as crossing the country or crossing borders without worrying about finding a charger.

 

Is Free Lifetime Supercharging Transferable?

 

In other to attract early adopters to buy cars from the fledgling company, Tesla gave customers lifetime free charging at its network of Superchargers. It even introduced a short-lived scheme to encourage viral purchasing by allowing Tesla owners to grant free Supercharging to a friend in 2018.

You have free, unlimited Supercharging, including your current Tesla and any new Model S or Model X you purchase. If you choose to sell your current Tesla, free Supercharging will not transfer to the next owner because it is no longer transferable.

 

Which Tesla Has Free Supercharging for Life?

 

Model X and Model S were given this perk, and Tesla has offered Free Supercharging for life. After that point, a Model X may or may not have Free Unlimited Supercharging for the current owner, and as of May of 2020, not even a new Model X has this option.

 

 

The Model 3 Performance came with Free Unlimited Supercharging for the life of the vehicle for a short time during 2018-2019, but only for the first owner. Model Y has never been part of the Free Unlimited Supercharging promotion

 

Why Do Tesla Owners Tap the Charger?

 

The reason for tapping the charger of a Tesla is to open the charging port. Pushing and releasing the charge port door on the tail light will open the port and allow you to charge. The charge port can also be opened by touchscreen, touch Controls, and touch the Charge Port icon.

The charging port door is hidden behind a panel that looks like part of the driver’s side tail light. Advisably the charging port door should not be pulled by force the right procedure of tapping the charger should be done or by opening it via the touchscreen control.

Tapping the charger also helps line up the electrons so that they can feed into the car in the most efficient and effective manner possible. Without tapping a tap car before charging the electrons tend to bunch up at the charge port which causes a longer recharge session.

 

How Do You Get Tesla Supercharging Unlimited?

 

You can only be can Supercharging if you buy the model and version that comprises the option. The following are the model which has Supercharging: Model 3 2018-2019, Model X 2016-2020, and  Model S 2012-2020 are potentially available (excluding the S 40), confirm with Tesla.

 

 

The Supercharger network was introduced in 2012, beginning with six Supercharger stations. This debut coincided with the launch of Tesla’s Model S sedan, the first to utilize the new network. No Tesla models from 2021 onward have any promotions for free unlimited Supercharging at this time

 

Does Tesla Owner Pay for Charging Stations?

 

Charging in Tesla station is not free the owner has to pay for the charging. However, charging is much slower than a supercharger, typically providing about 20-30 miles of range per hour of charging. A “Public charger” is offered by companies like ChargePoint. Costs are billed to your credit card.

Most Superchargers use per-kWh billing, meaning you will be billed for each kWh of electricity used to charge your battery. The pricing per kWh is different at each Supercharging location, but it is typically around $0.25 per kWh.

 

Conclusion

 

In conclusion, Tesla free Supercharging is generally not transferable to other people. This means that if you lend your Tesla to a friend or family member, they will not be able to use the free Supercharging that comes with your vehicle.

Similarly, if you sell your Tesla, the free Supercharging will not transfer to the new owner. However, there may be some exceptions to this rule, depending on the specific circumstances of the transfer. It’s always a good idea to check with a Tesla representative or refer to the specific terms of your free Supercharging offer to get a clear understanding of whether the free Supercharging is transferable in your case.