CHARGING RIVIAN ON TESLA'S SUPERCHARGER NETWORK HAS BEEN SEAMLESS - ADAPTERS, SOFTWARE, AND INTEROPERABILITY

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This episode of the Out of Spec Podcast details the experience of charging a Rivian R1T on Tesla's Supercharger network. Host Francie and guest Jose (RivianTrackr) confirm that the integration has been largely seamless, offering a plug-and-play experience reminiscent of native Tesla charging. Key highlights include the intuitive in-vehicle display showing charging status, speed, and real-time cost, all managed through the Rivian app without needing the Tesla app. While the initial handshake for the first charge took slightly longer due to a pre-existing payment issue (user error), subsequent charges were quick, averaging around 14 seconds from plug-in to charging initiation, with speeds reaching 215-217 kW. A significant point of discussion is the current adapter situation; official Tesla NACS-to-CCS adapters are not yet widely available, creating a bottleneck for many owners. The conversation also touches upon the varying levels of integration automakers are achieving with Tesla's network, with Rivian's being praised for its depth compared to others. The future of adapters and potential third-party certifications are explored, alongside the evolving charging experience on Rivian's own Adventure Network, which has now also integrated real-time cost display.