Supercharger Idle Fee

We designed the Supercharger network to enable a seamless, enjoyable road trip experience. Therefore, we understand that it can be frustrating to arrive at a station only to discover fully charged vehicles occupying spaces. To create a better experience for all owners, we’re introducing a fleet-wide idle fee that aims to increase Supercharger availability.

We envision a future where vehicles move themselves once fully charged, enhancing network efficiency and the customer experience even further. Until then, we ask that vehicles be moved from the Supercharger once fully charged. A customer would never leave a vehicle parked by the pump at a gas station and the same thinking applies with Superchargers.

The Tesla app allows owners to remotely monitor their vehicle, alerting them when their charge is nearly complete and again once fully charged. For every additional minute a vehicle remains connected to the Supercharger, it will incur an idle fee. If the vehicle is moved within five minutes, the fee is waived. Idle fees only apply when a Supercharger station is at 50% capacity or more. Idle fees double when the station is at 100% capacity. To be clear, this is purely about increasing customer happiness and we hope to never make any money from it.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Save a payment method on file in the Tesla app for automatic, seamless billing. If Tesla is unable to automatically bill a stored payment method, you will be billed for any idle fees incurred at your next Service Center visit. Contact Customer Support for any questions or inquiries.
No. There is not a limit on the amount of idle fees that may accrue. We recommend moving your vehicle when charging is complete to make the Supercharger available for others and avoid idle fees.
The Tesla app notifies you when charging nears completion and again when charging is complete. Idle fees then accrue when the station is at 50% capacity or more until your vehicle is moved. Supercharging session details, including idle fees incurred, are available in your Tesla app after each Supercharging session.
Yes. Idle fees apply to any vehicle occupying a Supercharger if the station is at 50% capacity or more and the charging session is complete. Idle fees double when the station is at 100% capacity.
No. An idle fee is only applied once a Supercharging session is complete. At that point, the vehicle is no longer Supercharging and the spot should be made available for the next driver.