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Lectron’s Vortex NACS to CCS adapter is a simple tool to access Tesla’s Supercharger network [Video]
I recently had the opportunity to test out the new Vortex plug adapter from Lectron, which enabled me and my CCS-equipped Rivian to access the Tesla Supercharger network. In my opinion, a NACS to CCS adapter is a vital tool for any BEV owner, and this one from Lectron is simple and effective to utilize.
While EV automakers transition to the North American Charging Standard (NACS) championed by Tesla, there remains a massive amount of current and upcoming models that utilize the now lame duck CCS plug for past charging.
While CCS-equipped EVs have a growing number of available public fast chargers at their disposal (depending on where they live, of course), such technology disallows access to the Tesla Supercharger network – the largest and arguably most dependable in the US.
While many automakers transition to NACS, they are providing new customers with Tesla to CCS adapters. But what about the rest of us? I drive a Rivian R1S and mostly charge at home, plus I have a Rivian Adventure Network hub about 20 miles away.
However, Tesla Superchargers are much closer and more abundant, especially on road trips, hence the desire for a charger adapter to enable access to my CCS-equipped SUV.
That’s where Lectron comes in.
To aid in my daily charging practices, Lectron sent me its Vortex CCS adapter plug to test out at my local Tesla Supercharger. My thoughts are below.
Testing the Vortex Tesla to CCS adapter from Lectron
Lectron is a charging technology specialist that provides Level 1 and Level 2 EV chargers and a slew of adapters for Tesla to CCS, and vice versa. After leasing my Rivian R1S a couple of months ago, I was set on buying a NACS to CCS adapter from the automaker’s Gear Shop.
Before I could do so, Lectron offered a sample of its new Vortex plug, so I jumped at the opportunity to test it. As you can see from my images above, the Vortex plug is a quick and straightforward unboxing. It’s essentially just the adapter and some literature, so it’s plug and play all the way.
This adapter, designed for CCS BEVs, is compatible with all Tesla DC Superchargers (V3 and V4). It is rated for up to 500 amps and 1,000 volts, so if you find a super fast Tesla plug and your EV can support 350 kW fast charging, you can take full advantage of super quick charge rates.
Quite literally, after filming the unboxing (see my video review below), I drove to my nearest Tesla Supercharger to test this adapter plug out for myself and it could not have been easier.
The charging process is exactly the same as all sessions. In this instance, the Tesla app is required alongside a credit card to pay for the charging session, but that’s an easy process as well. I simply pulled into an open spot, chose my available charger in the Tesla app and exited the R1S to plug in.
To begin charging, I plugged the Tesla NACS plug into the Vortex adapter, then into the CCS port of my Rivian. It’s as simple as that. My EV has Plug & Charge capabilities, so the charging session initiated on its own as soon as everything was connected. Zero hiccups.
When I plugged in, my battery was already pretty full (again, I couldn’t wait to test it), so I couldn’t speak to the top charge rates at this particular location. Additionally, the LFP cells in my Standard R1S can only handle up to 200 kW, but other BEVs, like the Hyundai IONIQ 5, for instance, should be able to charge much faster.
The rate always depends on your vehicle architecture and the specific charging pile you’re on. Still, the Vortex adapter from Lectron will enable your CCS EV to achieve the highest charge speeds at a Tesla charger without compromise.
Overall, the Vortex adapter from Lectron is a simple and effective tool for gaining access to Tesla’s Supercharger network if you currently drive an EV with a CCS plug. There are plenty of options out there, and if the automaker you’re buying or leasing from offers a complimentary one, by all means, take it.
You can shop around, too, to find the best deal. That said, the Vortex is currently on sale for $185, marked down from $250, so now’s an excellent time to buy. It’s important to note that the Lectron Vortex is currently only compatible with specific BEV models, including Rivian, with access soon coming to Audi, BMW, Honda, Jaguar-Land Rover, Kia, Porsche, Subaru, Toyota, and Volkswagen.
It is incompatible with Mazda, MINI, Stellantis, or Chrysler models. That’s understandable, haha.
Check out my full video review of the Vortex plug in action in my video below.
Purchase a Lectron Vortex adapter here
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Slate Auto, a new EV startup backed by Jeff Bezos, has poached a key Tesla manufacturing leader to build its electric pickup truck factory in Indiana.
Napoleon Reyes is a US Marine from Indiana who got a degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue after leaving the force.
He then worked a few years at Subaru and Wabash before joining Tesla’s manufacturing team at the Fremont Factory in 2020.
There, he became part of the Model Y production ramp and was quickly promoted to lead the Model Y General Assembly in Fremont in 2022.
Reyes led Model Y GA, one of the most critical parts of vehicle manufacturing, for more than a year before being promoted again to lead new pilot processes at the factory.
Most recently, he led the launch of the general assembly line for the Model Y refresh.
The new engineering manager announced this week that he is leaving Tesla to join Slate:
A bit late on the post but after nearly 5 years working at Tesla in Fremont, I made the difficult decision to leave the Company and move closer to home with my family. It was an incredible experience being part of multiple line expansions and multiple Model Y program launches. Leading and managing the Model Y Refresh launch for GA in Fremont this year tested me professionally however we ultimately succeeded due to our amazing cross functional team collaboration. It’s been an absolute pleasure working with such great people, and I will forever be proud and thankful for everything we accomplished together.
I will be taking on a new role as Senior Manager, Plant Vehicle Engineering at Slate Auto in Warsaw, In.
Slate emerged from stealth mode earlier this year to unveil a new type of electric pickup truck featuring modular customization and an affordable price.
The company raised over $700 million through two rounds of investments from several different investors, including Jeff Bezos. It is currently raising more, which basically guarantees that it will be able to reach production.
The startup acquired a former printing plant in Warsaw, Indiana. It is currently converting to manufacture its electric pickup with a team from legacy automakers and also several former engineers and leaders from Tesla.
Rich Schmidt, an early Tesla manufacturing director, is the head of manufacturing.
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Genesis is preparing to shake things up with its most luxurious SUV yet, the GV90. Thanks to a new patent filing, we are getting a detailed look at how its Rolls-Royce-style coach doors will work.
New patent reveals Genesis GV90 coach door system
When Genesis first unveiled the full-size SUV at the NY Auto Show last March, it wasn’t the stunning design or advanced tech that caught everyone’s attention. It was the coach doors.
Although we were worried it wouldn’t make it to the production model, like many concepts, the Genesis GV90 will be offered with coach doors.
The ultra-luxe electric SUV was first caught with coach doors earlier this year on a car carrier in South Korea. Just last month, the GV90 was spotted in California with a hinge at the rear to open the coach doors.
After several new patents were filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office for new door latching devices, we are getting a sneak peek at how they are expected to work.
The patents, titled “Cinching Device For Door Latches in Vehicle,” and “Door Latch Device for Vehicles,” give a pretty detailed explanation of how the Genesis GV90’s coach doors will operate. The “Door Latch Device” uses a door striker on the lower side of the door, which is opened or closed by a hinge unit.
Unlike traditional doors, which use the B-pillar for support, the device is attached directly to the door itself, allowing for hinge-like movement.
The cinching device works in a similar way. It’s also attached to the door and part of the vehicle. However, unlike most of its kind, Genesis found a way to use a single cinching device to control multiple units. Again, the device is used for B-pillarless doors that swing open.
Genesis already said that B-pillarless coach doors are now feasible in production vehicles. The patent reveals a glimpse into how the luxury automaker could make it a reality.
Although the Genesis GV90 is expected to be offered with coach doors, they will likely not be standard. Other variants, with traditional door handles, have also been spotted testing in the US and South Korea.
Genesis is expected to launch the GV90 in mid-2026. It will be built at Hyundai’s Ulsan plant in South Korea. The flagship Genesis SUV is scheduled to debut on Hyundai’s new eM platform, which the company said will “provide 50% improvement in driving range.” It will also be loaded with the latest technology, software, connectivity, and Level 3 or higher autonomous driving capabilities.
Source: USPTO
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Podcast: Tesla Model YL, more Tesla probes and lawsuits, new Nissan Leaf pricing, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the launch of the Tesla Model YL, more Tesla probes and lawsuits, new Nissan Leaf pricing, and more.
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