TESLA'S NORTH AMERICAN CHARGING STANDARD - ALL TECHNICAL INFORMATION EXPLAINED

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This episode of the Out of Spec Podcast delves into the technical specifics of Tesla's newly opened North American Charging Standard (NACS). While acknowledging the physical advantages of the Tesla connector (lighter, slimmer, combined AC/DC), the hosts emphasize that this announcement primarily addresses the connector itself and not the user experience or communication protocols. Key takeaways include the potential for higher voltage DC charging (up to 1000V/1000A), the fallback communication to J1772 for AC charging, and the limitations of the AC charging amperage (48A) compared to J1772. The discussion highlights the industry's mixed reactions, the critical need for automakers to adopt NACS for it to become mainstream, and the potential for adapters to ease the transition. The hosts express a desire for a unified standard, favoring the NACS connector for its user-friendliness, but note that the timing might be too late for widespread industry impact.