Tesla's Supercharger network is now open to non-Tesla electric vehicles across North America. If you drive a CCS1-equipped EV — Ford, Rivian, Hyundai, Kia, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Volkswagen, Nissan, Chevrolet, Polestar, or any other brand — you can charge at Tesla Superchargers using a NACS-to-CCS1 adapter.
This page is your starting point. Below you'll find how the process works for every major EV brand, what adapter you need, and a direct link to the step-by-step guide for your specific vehicle.
Field note from Symon
Before I started Velectr, I watched too many adapter brands ship hardware where the certification was tied to peak amps on a spec sheet, not to real-world continuous use. That's the gap I built the Velectr CCS1 adapter around. Every unit is engineered for the case most owners never think about: a hot afternoon, a partially-full pack, a 250 kW V3 cable, and 40 minutes of continuous draw. If it survives that, every other session is easy.
How It Works: The Basics
Tesla Superchargers use the NACS (North American Charging Standard) connector. Most non-Tesla EVs sold before 2025 use the CCS1 connector. A NACS-to-CCS1 adapter bridges this physical gap — it plugs onto the Tesla cable, and you plug the other end into your car.
The adapter is a passive connector. It doesn't control charging speed, authentication, or billing. Your vehicle and the Supercharger handle all of that directly. The adapter just makes the plug fit.
What you need:
- A NACS-to-CCS1 adapter — The Velectr NACS-to-CCS1 adapter is rated for 500A at 1000V, covering the full DC fast-charging range of any CCS1 vehicle. $129.95.
- An authentication method — This varies by vehicle brand. Some support Plug & Charge (automatic), others use the Tesla app, and some use their own manufacturer app. See the guides below for your specific vehicle.
- A V3 or V4 Tesla Supercharger — These are the stations enabled for non-Tesla vehicles. V4 stations have longer cables and higher power.
Find Your Vehicle
Each guide covers the full process: what app to use, how to start a session, what charging speeds to expect, and troubleshooting tips.
| Vehicle | Authentication Method | Architecture | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 Lightning | Plug & Charge via FordPass | 400V | Read guide → |
| Rivian R1T / R1S | Plug & Charge via Rivian app | 400V (800V on R2) | Read guide → |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 / Ioniq 6 | Plug & Charge (2025+ Ioniq 5) or Tesla app | 800V | Read guide → |
| Kia EV6 / EV9 | Plug & Charge (2025+ EV6, 2026+ EV9) or Tesla app | 800V | Read guide → |
| BMW iX / i4 | Plug & Charge via Shell Recharge | 400V | Read guide → |
| Mercedes EQS / EQE | Plug & Charge via Mercedes me Charge | 400V | Read guide → |
| Volkswagen ID.4 | Tesla app | 400V | Read guide → |
| Nissan Ariya | MyNISSAN app | 400V | Read guide → |
| Porsche Taycan | Tesla app (Plug & Charge on 2026+) | 800V | Read guide → |
| Polestar 2 / 3 / 4 | Tesla app | 400V (2/3) / 800V (4) | Read guide → |
| Chevy Equinox EV / Blazer EV | Plug & Charge via myChevrolet | 400V | Read guide → |
| Chevy Bolt EUV (2024+) | Plug & Charge via myChevrolet | 400V | Read guide → |
Don't see your vehicle? If your EV has a CCS1 port, it can charge at Tesla Superchargers with the Velectr NACS-to-CCS1 adapter. The process is the same — the only difference is which app you use to start the session. Most vehicles not listed above use the Tesla app.
Plug & Charge vs. Tesla App: What's the Difference?
Plug & Charge is a billing and authentication mechanism. When your vehicle supports it, the Supercharger recognizes your car automatically when you plug in. No app needed at the charger — billing goes through your manufacturer's charging account (FordPass, Kia Charge Pass, Mercedes me Charge, etc.).
The Tesla app is the fallback for vehicles that don't support Plug & Charge. You open the app at the charger, select your stall, and tap to start. Billing goes through your Tesla account.
Both methods work. Plug & Charge is more convenient, but the Tesla app is perfectly reliable. Either way, you need the same physical adapter to connect.
400V vs. 800V: What It Means for Charging Speed
Tesla V3 Superchargers operate at 400V. If your EV also uses 400V architecture (Ford, Rivian, BMW, Mercedes, VW, Nissan, Chevy), you'll get near-peak charging speeds with no conversion penalty.
If your EV uses 800V architecture (Hyundai, Kia, Porsche, Polestar 4), V3 Superchargers require internal voltage conversion, which limits real-world speeds to roughly 100–170 kW instead of 200+ kW. V4 Superchargers support higher voltages and deliver significantly better speeds to 800V vehicles.
Bottom line: If you drive an 800V EV, seek out V4 Supercharger sites when possible.
Tesla Supercharging Membership
Non-Tesla EVs pay a higher per-kWh rate at Superchargers. Tesla offers a Supercharging Membership (monthly subscription through the Tesla app) that gives you the same per-kWh rate Tesla owners pay — typically 10–25% less. One membership covers all vehicles on your Tesla account.
If you Supercharge more than 2–3 times per month, it pays for itself. Sign up in the Tesla app under Charging → Membership.
The Adapter You Need
For DC fast charging at Tesla Superchargers, you need a NACS-to-CCS1 adapter. The Velectr NACS-to-CCS1 adapter is rated for 500A at 1000V — covering the full power range of any CCS1 vehicle at any Supercharger generation.
If you also want to charge at Tesla Destination Chargers (AC Level 2, found at hotels and restaurants), you'll need the Velectr NACS-to-J1772 adapter — rated for 80A, compatible with any J1772 vehicle.
Both adapters are passive connectors. The Supercharger authenticates your vehicle, not the adapter. Any adapter that meets the electrical spec works — but ours ships fast and is priced at $129.95 (CCS1) and $99.99 (J1772).