VW Expects Tesla Supercharger Access for ID.4 and ID Buzz Owners by End of 2023 Amid Technical Issues
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Friday, Sep 12, 2025 12:47 pm ET1min read
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Volkswagen’s delayed rollout has been attributed to disputes and rehirings within Tesla's charging team, highlighting the complexities of retrofitting existing EVs to a rival’s proprietary system. The integration requires software updates and hardware compatibility, which have proven more challenging than initially anticipated [1].
Comparatively, sister brands Porsche and Audi have already unlocked Tesla Superchargers, with Porsche Taycan and Macan Electric owners now able to use over 23,500 Tesla stations across North America. This disparity raises questions about internal priorities, with luxury arms advancing faster than Volkswagen’s mass-market lineup [1].
Volkswagen’s partnership with Rivian Automotive for software assistance underscores the automaker’s efforts to resolve these technical issues. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe believes the alliance will underpin Volkswagen’s planned ID.1, a $20,000 EV that he called Europe’s “answer to China.” Scaringe expects the vehicle to draw attention from competitors like BYD, Xiaomi, and XPeng [3].
Looking ahead, Volkswagen’s delayed rollout contrasts with Tesla’s aggressive expansion, including V4 Superchargers capable of up to 500 kW. Other automakers, such as Lucid, are also set to join Tesla’s network in July 2025 [1].
The delayed rollout could position Volkswagen as a stronger contender in the U.S. EV market, where Tesla holds a 50% share. Analysts suggest this integration might increase Volkswagen’s EV sales by 15-20% in the coming years, provided the adapters deliver on promised reliability [1].
Volkswagen’s journey highlights the high stakes of EV infrastructure convergence. As more brands flock to Tesla’s network, the focus shifts from competition to collaboration, potentially hastening widespread adoption. Volkswagen’s delayed implementation, however, underscores the industry’s race to electrify transportation without leaving drivers stranded [1].
Volkswagen is experiencing technical issues with Tesla Supercharger access, advising customers to be patient as it expects access to be available by the end of the year. The German automaker is the last to give Supercharger access to its North American EV owners, and its slow rollout has been attributed to disputes and rehirings within Tesla's charging team. VW has partnered with Rivian for assistance with software issues.
Volkswagen has encountered technical setbacks in its planned integration with Tesla’s Supercharger network, delaying access for its North American EV owners. The German automaker initially announced plans to provide Tesla Supercharger access via adapters starting in June 2025, but recent updates indicate a pushback to the end of the year due to "technical challenges" [1].Volkswagen’s delayed rollout has been attributed to disputes and rehirings within Tesla's charging team, highlighting the complexities of retrofitting existing EVs to a rival’s proprietary system. The integration requires software updates and hardware compatibility, which have proven more challenging than initially anticipated [1].
Comparatively, sister brands Porsche and Audi have already unlocked Tesla Superchargers, with Porsche Taycan and Macan Electric owners now able to use over 23,500 Tesla stations across North America. This disparity raises questions about internal priorities, with luxury arms advancing faster than Volkswagen’s mass-market lineup [1].
Volkswagen’s partnership with Rivian Automotive for software assistance underscores the automaker’s efforts to resolve these technical issues. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe believes the alliance will underpin Volkswagen’s planned ID.1, a $20,000 EV that he called Europe’s “answer to China.” Scaringe expects the vehicle to draw attention from competitors like BYD, Xiaomi, and XPeng [3].
Looking ahead, Volkswagen’s delayed rollout contrasts with Tesla’s aggressive expansion, including V4 Superchargers capable of up to 500 kW. Other automakers, such as Lucid, are also set to join Tesla’s network in July 2025 [1].
The delayed rollout could position Volkswagen as a stronger contender in the U.S. EV market, where Tesla holds a 50% share. Analysts suggest this integration might increase Volkswagen’s EV sales by 15-20% in the coming years, provided the adapters deliver on promised reliability [1].
Volkswagen’s journey highlights the high stakes of EV infrastructure convergence. As more brands flock to Tesla’s network, the focus shifts from competition to collaboration, potentially hastening widespread adoption. Volkswagen’s delayed implementation, however, underscores the industry’s race to electrify transportation without leaving drivers stranded [1].
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