Tesla adds emergency drive-away option at US Superchargers
Tesla has introduced Emergency Drive Away, a feature that lets drivers move their car while it is still connected to a Supercharger. It follows a shooting at a charging site in Idaho and requests from owners for a way to leave quickly in an emergency.
Drivers must install the latest software, hold the brake and activate the override on the infotainment screen. Tesla warns that driving off while connected can damage the vehicle and charger, and says deliberate misuse may bring penalties. The feature currently works only at US Superchargers and excludes Model S and X vehicles made before 2021; Tesla says electrical and civil costs could reach $25,000.
- Tesla adds an emergency override to leave while still plugged in.
- The feature is limited to US Superchargers and newer Model S and X cars.
- Misuse could lead to penalties and costs of up to $25,000.
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Tesla introduced Emergency Drive Away, a feature that lets drivers move their car whilst connected to a charging station, following a shooting at a Supercharger location in Idaho. Owners had requested a way to drive away quickly during emergencies, prompting the company to develop this option.
The feature works by allowing drivers to override the normal charging connection and move their vehicle whilst still plugged in. To use it, drivers must have the latest software installed, then hold the brake and activate the override through the car's infotainment screen.
Tesla warns that driving off whilst connected can cause significant damage to both the vehicle and charger, with potential repair costs reaching £25,000. The feature is only available at US Superchargers and excludes Model S and X vehicles made before 2021; deliberate misuse may result in penalties.
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Originally published by Engadget as “Tesla rolls out an emergency drive-away feature after Supercharger shooting”.