Charging My Ford F-150 Lightning on a Tesla Supercharger

TLDRI charged my Ford F-150 Lightning on a Tesla Supercharger using the new Ford adapter. The adapter has three safety features to ensure secure charging and can handle up to 500 amps. The Lightning has a max charge rate of 155 kW but can pull more in the initial 10-minute boost. Ford customers now have access to over 15,000 more charging points across the country.

Key insights

🚀Ford F-150 Lightning can charge on Tesla Superchargers with the new adapter.

The Ford adapter has three safety features: physical interlock, latch, and temperature sensors.

The adapter is rated for 1,000 volts and up to 500 amps.

🎥The Lightning experiences an initial boost of 500 amps, allowing for faster charging.

Ford customers now have access to over 15,000 more charging points with the Tesla Supercharger network.

Q&A

How does the Ford adapter ensure safe charging on Tesla Superchargers?

The Ford adapter has three safety features: a physical interlock, a latch to sever the connection if necessary, and temperature sensors to throttle down the charging rate in case of overheating.

What is the maximum charging rate of the Ford F-150 Lightning?

Ford claims a max charge rate of 155 kW for the Lightning, but it can pull more during the initial boost phase, reaching up to 180 kW for about 10 minutes.

How many charging points do Ford customers now have access to?

With the ability to charge on Tesla Superchargers, Ford customers now have access to over 15,000 more charging points across the country.

Can the Ford adapter be used on other electric vehicles?

The Ford adapter is specifically designed for Ford vehicles and is not recommended for use with other electric vehicles.

Where can I purchase the Ford adapter?

The Ford adapter can be purchased through the Ford website for $230, plus shipping and estimated taxes.

Timestamped Summary

00:01I charged my Ford F-150 Lightning on a Tesla Supercharger using the new Ford adapter.

01:46The Ford adapter has three safety features: physical interlock, latch, and temperature sensors.

07:45The Lightning experiences an initial boost of 500 amps, allowing for faster charging.

08:10Ford customers now have access to over 15,000 more charging points with the Tesla Supercharger network.