Tesla Supercharger
Tesla's Supercharger network is the most celebrated EV charging network in the world. Since opening to non-Tesla vehicles in 2022, it has become accessible to all modern EVs via the Tesla app. Superchargers are consistently the fastest and most reliable public chargers in the UK, with V4 stations capable of 250 kW and designed with screens and contactless terminals for any driver.
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Driver satisfaction
Pricing
💳 Supercharging Membership
~40p/kWh peak, ~21p/kWh off-peak (Tesla owners)
Tesla owners pay ~23–40p/kWh depending on time of day — cheapest rapid charging in the UK by far. Non-Tesla drivers pay ~56p/kWh peak, ~30p/kWh off-peak. Membership for non-Tesla further reduces rates. V4 Superchargers support contactless payment for non-Tesla EVs.
Connectors & payment
- CCS DC (up to 250 kW on V3)
- Tesla proprietary (via adapter for non-Tesla)
- Tesla App (Plug & Charge for Tesla)
- Contactless on V4 stalls
- RFID card
Pros & cons
✓ Pros
- Cheapest rapid charging in the UK for Tesla owners (~23p/kWh)
- Voted #1 for driver satisfaction (Zapmap 2025)
- Plug & Charge — no payment fuss for Tesla owners
- V4 stalls now open to all EVs via contactless
✗ Cons
- Non-Tesla drivers pay more (56p/kWh PAYG)
- Non-Tesla must use Tesla app at V2/V3 without screens
- Some sites get busy during peak travel periods
Octary driver tips
💡 Insider tips for Tesla Supercharger
Non-Tesla EV drivers: check if your target station has V4 stalls (they have screens and contactless). Download the Tesla app regardless — it unlocks all stations. Off-peak charging (late evening) can be as low as 30p/kWh as a non-Tesla driver.