Tesla supercharging working today?

[geosynch]

I was able to charge my Air at a 32-stall 250kW supercharger location today. It didn't work when i tried it at the same site a couple months ago. I couldn't figure out how to initiate the charge using Lucid's phone app, so I used Tesla's app, which worked fine. Had to parallel-park for the cable to reach, blocking at least one other stall.
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Thanks for doing this! I have been anxious to do this, but I'm traveling away form my car and won't be home until tonight

 

[Haggy]

And other vendors are rolling out 1000V NACS stations already. No need to wait for Tesla.

I haven't seen any yet. I don't know whether or not I should be surprised. On the one hand, I thought that companies would start adding NACS cables. On the other hand, they might feel that since utilization is already as high as their network can tolerate, at least in the areas where I've used them, it would be spending money but getting no more revenue. They will need them in the long run, but for now I'd be better off with more 800+V CCS stations.

 

[DeaneG]

I haven't seen any yet. I don't know whether or not I should be surprised... for now I'd be better off with more 800+V CCS stations.

The big new players - Ionna, Walmart, Mercedes-Benz, are installing 400kW dual-connector NACS/CCS stations. I've read that EA is doing the same for site upgrades, but I believe this is just getting started. I don't think you'll see many new installations of CCS-only stalls after this year.

 

[skomarla]

I was able to charge my Air at a 32-stall 250kW supercharger location today. It didn't work when i tried it at the same site a couple months ago. I couldn't figure out how to initiate the charge using Lucid's phone app, so I used Tesla's app, which worked fine. Had to parallel-park for the cable to reach, blocking at least one other stall.
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Sorry i'm a noob with tesla charging. Couldn't you just pull in head first? Is the cable that short?

 

[geosynch]

Sorry i'm a noob with tesla charging. Couldn't you just pull in head first? Is the cable that short?

It is that short on V3 SC. It ougtha be long enough opn V4 units, although I haven't tried it myself. Yet.

 

[Miami_Lucid_Man]

Looks like a great way to piss off Tesla owners in those V3 stalls!

 

[DeaneG]

Looks like a great way to piss off Tesla owners in those V3 stalls!

I chose a supercharger location with only two stalls in use out of 32.

 

[EVCar]

Looks like a great way to piss off Tesla owners in those V3 stalls!

There's an extension cord to be released "soon." That should take care of this problem.

 

[DeaneG]

There's an extension cord to be released "soon." That should take care of this problem.

 

[EVCar]

I was thinking of this:

NACS to NACS Extension Cord | DC | 400A | Compatible with Supercharger

Latest news as of the 23rd of July, 2025 :The DC extension cord's tooling has been finished, the DC extension cord has been submitted to CSA for a UL certification. The ETA for the certification to be completed is by Q4 of 2025. The extension cord will be rated for 400A with non-liquid cooled...

a2zevshop.com

Legit?

 

[DeaneG]

I was thinking of this:

NACS to NACS Extension Cord | DC | 400A | Compatible with Supercharger

Latest news as of the 23rd of July, 2025 :The DC extension cord's tooling has been finished, the DC extension cord has been submitted to CSA for a UL certification. The ETA for the certification to be completed is by Q4 of 2025. The extension cord will be rated for 400A with non-liquid cooled...

a2zevshop.com

Legit?

Once it has passed CSA/UL testing, it seems reasonable for the Air. I wouldn't use it on a 400V vehicle that could draw 500A.

 

[jedwin]

Once it has passed CSA/UL testing, it seems reasonable for the Air. I wouldn't use it on a 400V vehicle that could draw 500A.

How many Amps does the Air draw at max?

 

[DeaneG]

How many Amps does the Air draw at max?

Depending on the Air version, around 400A peak, for a few minutes on a 1000V charging station. Closer to 120A on a 450V charger but for potentially a couple hours.

 

[EVCar]

Once it has passed CSA/UL testing, it seems reasonable for the Air. I wouldn't use it on a 400V vehicle that could draw 500A.

What's the draw for Gravity?

 

[DeaneG]

What's the draw for Gravity?

Gravity don't need no steeeking adapter
500A on a 1000V NACS or CCS station
500A on a 450V NACS station

 

[marqie]

Please note from the "Charging your Lucid Air" Knowledge Center article that Lucid recommends only using Lucid-approved adapters, which are certified and thoroughly tested for safety and compatibility. Lucid adapters have built-in safety features to ensure they operate correctly and protect against electrical hazards. Third-party adapters may not have been tested to the same standards, and using them may lead to charging issues or potentially even damage your Lucid Air’s charging system.

Charging Your Lucid Air | Knowledge | Lucid Motors

Discover the simple steps to effortlessly charge your Lucid Air and stay on the go! Learn about preconditioning, scheduled charging, charging status and more.

lucidmotors.com

 

[DeaneG]

Please note from the "Charging your Lucid Air" Knowledge Center article that Lucid recommends only using Lucid-approved adapters, which are certified and thoroughly tested for safety and compatibility. Lucid adapters have built-in safety features to ensure they operate correctly and protect against electrical hazards. Third-party adapters may not have been tested to the same standards, and using them may lead to charging issues or potentially even damage your Lucid Air’s charging system.

Charging Your Lucid Air | Knowledge | Lucid Motors

Discover the simple steps to effortlessly charge your Lucid Air and stay on the go! Learn about preconditioning, scheduled charging, charging status and more.

lucidmotors.com

I'd like to 1000% this. Not to mention personal safety issues with some poorly made adapters that do not have adequate interlocks.

 

[EVCar]

Please note from the "Charging your Lucid Air" Knowledge Center article that Lucid recommends only using Lucid-approved adapters, which are certified and thoroughly tested for safety and compatibility. Lucid adapters have built-in safety features to ensure they operate correctly and protect against electrical hazards. Third-party adapters may not have been tested to the same standards, and using them may lead to charging issues or potentially even damage your Lucid Air’s charging system.

Charging Your Lucid Air | Knowledge | Lucid Motors

Discover the simple steps to effortlessly charge your Lucid Air and stay on the go! Learn about preconditioning, scheduled charging, charging status and more.

lucidmotors.com

Mine is coming in the mail from Lucid Store.
The mail service Lucid uses, DHL, is interesting: 2 days to make a departure from origin
LABEL CREATED
Jul 29 2025 02:01 pm
· Irving, TX, US, United States
PACKAGE RECEIVED AT DHL ECOMMERCE DISTRIBUTION CENTER
Jul 29 2025 07:25 pm
· Irving, TX, US, United States
DEPARTURE ORIGIN DHL ECOMMERCE FACILITY
Jul 31 2025 03:21 am
· Irving, TX, US, United States

 

[L-Dude]

Please note from the "Charging your Lucid Air" Knowledge Center article that Lucid recommends only using Lucid-approved adapters, which are certified and thoroughly tested for safety and compatibility. Lucid adapters have built-in safety features to ensure they operate correctly and protect against electrical hazards. Third-party adapters may not have been tested to the same standards, and using them may lead to charging issues or potentially even damage your Lucid Air’s charging system.

Charging Your Lucid Air | Knowledge | Lucid Motors

Discover the simple steps to effortlessly charge your Lucid Air and stay on the go! Learn about preconditioning, scheduled charging, charging status and more.

lucidmotors.com

@marqie I love your help and content, but man that long reversed type on the website is hard to read.

 

[marqie]

@marqie I love your help and content, but man that long reversed type on the website is hard to read.

Thank you for the feedback. I will share this with our web team.