Volkswagen EV Owners Gain Access to Tesla Superchargers
Volkswagen Canada confirmed this week that owners of its EVs will soon be able to make use of the Tesla Supercharger network across North America.
Starting November 18, owners of VW’s ID.4 and ID. Buzz electric vehicles will have access to more than 25,000 fast chargers in the Tesla network, as long as they have a Volkswagen-approved adapter.
An adapter for existing models
ID.4 and ID. Buzz vehicles currently on the market will require that adapter to use the NACS (North American Charging Standard) plug, the same one used by Tesla. ID. Buzz owners can get the adapter for free from their dealership; ID.4 owners are less fortunate – they will have to buy it online via the Volkswagen Canada Virtual Parts Counter or directly from their dealership.
Volkswagen points out the NACS DC adapters are exclusively for DC fast-charging stations and are not compatible with home (AC) charging stations or Tesla Destination Chargers.
A software update recommended
Certain 2024-2025 models of the ID.4 and ID. Buzz will receive a software update to optimize communication with the Tesla network and ensure stable and safe charging.