1. Compatibility Issues between Cybertruck and Tesla’s Official CCS1 to Tesla Adapter
Tesla’s official CCS1 to Tesla Adapter cannot function properly with the Cybertruck, primarily because the adapter does not fit well with the Cybertruck’s fender location. This design limitation requires users to remove the fender cladding before charging, significantly impacting Tesla owners’ user experience and adding unnecessary hassle.
2. Existing Solutions on the Market
According to a vast amount of online information, the common solution currently available is to remove the Cybertruck’s fender cladding. However, this approach is not ideal as it compromises the vehicle’s integrity and aesthetics. Alternatively, owners can use Tesla’s V3 or V4 Superchargers, which do not require an adapter and can charge the Cybertruck directly, but this limits the range of charging options available to users.
3. OLINK Factory’s Extended Version CCS1 To Tesla/NACS Adapter
To better serve owners of Cybertruck and other Tesla models (such as Model X, S, Y, 3), OLINK Factory has developed an extended version of the CCS1 To Tesla Adapter / CCS1 To NACS Adapter. This adapter has been optimized to fit directly with Cybertruck’s charging port without requiring any vehicle modification, providing a more convenient charging experience for users.
4. How to Use OLINK’s Extended Adapter
How to Charge a Cybertruck Using a CCS Adapter:
The Cybertruck is equipped with a North American Charging Standard (NACS) port, and to charge it at a CCS charging station, a CCS adapter is necessary. However, the adapter doesn’t physically fit into the Cybertruck’s fender-mounted charging port, so some recommend removing the plastic cladding from the fender. Here are the steps:
Align the CCS Combo 1 Adapter with the end of the charging station’s cable and push them together until they are firmly attached.
Plug the adapter into the Cybertruck’s charging port.
Wait for the vehicle to engage a latch that holds the adapter in place.
The Cybertruck’s charge port is located above the driver’s side rear wheel. You can open the port by pressing the charge port door when the Cybertruck is unlocked.
The charge port light indicates the charging status:
White: The port door is open
Blue, blinking: The Cybertruck is communicating with the charger but hasn’t started charging yet
Blue: The charger is connected, but the Cybertruck isn’t charging
How to Charge Other Tesla Models Using a CCS Adapter:
Align the CCS Combo 1 Adapter with the charging station’s cable, ensuring they are firmly connected.
Plug the CCS Combo 1 Adapter into your Tesla vehicle and wait for the vehicle to engage a latch that holds the adapter in place.
5. Cybertruck Factory Settings Support Third-Party Charging Stations
It is worth noting that the Cybertruck comes pre-configured from the factory to support third-party charging stations, avoiding the need for modifications or ECU installations that other Tesla models might require to use CCS stations. This design greatly enhances Cybertruck’s compatibility with public charging networks, allowing owners more flexibility in choosing charging stations without being limited to Tesla’s Supercharger network.
