Tesla owners were trying a new trick to speed up charging. They wrapped a wet towel around the Supercharger handle to keep it cool. However, Tesla has now told owners to stop doing this. The company says this trick does not work and can even cause damage.
Tesla Warns Owners About Wet Towel Charging Trick on Superchargers
Tesla has issued a warning to its electric vehicle (EV) owners. The company advises against using a wet towel on Supercharger cable handles. This trick, popular among some Tesla owners, is ineffective and potentially harmful.
Why the Warning?
The wet towel trick became popular because some Tesla owners thought it could help their cars charge faster. They believed that keeping the handle cool would prevent it from overheating. However, Tesla has confirmed that this is not true. The wet towel can interfere with the temperature monitors on the charging handle. This can lead to overheating and possible damage to the charging system.
Tesla’s Official Statement
Tesla responded to the trick two months after it was first mentioned on social media. The company said, “Placing a wet cloth on Supercharger cable handles does not increase charging rates and interferes with temperature monitors creating risk of overheating and damage. Please refrain from doing this so our systems can run correctly, and true charging issues can be detected.”
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Potential Risks
Using a wet towel can create several problems. The main issue is that it can stop the charger from detecting real issues. This means the charger might not work properly, and in the worst-case scenario, it could cause a fire.
Why the Delay in Tesla’s Response?
Tesla’s delayed response might be because of recent changes in the company. In April, Tesla fired its entire Supercharger staff. This was when Tesla was expanding Supercharger access to non-Tesla vehicles. The company also laid off 14,000 other employees. These changes could have delayed their response to the wet towel trick.
What Should Tesla Owners Do?
Tesla owners should follow the company’s advice and stop using the wet towel trick. It is important to let the Superchargers work as they are designed. This ensures safety and efficiency.
Conclusion
Tesla has warned its owners not to use the wet towel trick. This method does not speed up charging and can cause damage. Owners should let the Superchargers work normally to avoid any problems.
Sources
Tesla’s statement on social media
