The incident surrounding Tesla's construction in China has been a hot topic, with the public closely following the developments and eager for any updates. According to the latest information, on October 16, 2017, Tesla launched an unprecedented Model S/X tailored for the Chinese market, offering owners a new national standard charging adapter for free—a rare gesture that highlights their commitment to local standards.
Tesla introduced a customized version of its electric vehicles designed specifically for China, signaling a deeper integration into the local market. This move is expected to ensure better stability and acceptance within the country.
What exactly is the China-customized version of Tesla? The charging port on both Model S and X features a 2-in-1 design, allowing DC fast charging and AC slow charging through a single port. Whether it's a home charger, destination charger, or supercharger, users can charge their vehicle by simply plugging into one port.
Thanks to this design, Tesla cleverly integrated the charging port with the taillight. When you press the charging interface, the port cover automatically opens. However, the new national standard separates the AC and DC charging ports, each as a separate interface, which takes up more space.
As a result, the new charging port no longer maintains the seamless combination of front and rear elements. Instead, it’s moved forward from its original position, requiring an oval cut in the body to resemble a fuel tank cap found on traditional gasoline cars.
**Chinese vs. Foreign Charging Port Comparison**
Below is a photo comparison between the Chinese customized Model X and the international version. On the left side of the rear of the Model S/X, there's a distinctive mark that some Tesla owners have affectionately called the "perfect scar."
**China Custom Edition Model X**
**International Regular Version of Model X**
Future Model S/X owners in China will receive the “fuel tank cap†version of the car. Interestingly, the Model 3 doesn’t feature this design yet. Since the Model 3 hasn’t been delivered to China yet, Tesla still has time to refine the charging port design for this model.
To align with China’s charging standards, Elon Musk plans to redesign the body of all three models and upgrade the existing superchargers and destination chargers across China.
Although the design changes may seem minor, for a company like Tesla that controls every aspect from design to sales and after-sales service, altering established designs is no small task.
Why is Tesla doing this? It's a crucial question that we'll explore in more detail later.
However, I'm worried that the Chinese version of Tesla might not support automatic charging robots in the future.
Tesla also launched a new national standard charging adapter for the Chinese market.
**Tesla DC Charging Adapter**
Chinese Tesla owners have been eagerly waiting for the DC charging adapter shown above. With Model S/X, they can now use the new national standard fast charging piles outside the Tesla network. This adapter acts as a conversion plug—similar to what Apple users are familiar with.
**Tesla Uses DC Charging Piles from the National Grid**
There are many stories behind Tesla's DC charging adapter. Product development has been ongoing for a long time, and many Tesla owners were looking forward to it. At the Guangzhou Auto Show in November 2016, Tesla released this product, but then it disappeared from the market.
After almost a year, the new national standard DC charging adapter was hard to find. Some Tesla owners were invited to try a beta version. A recent report mentioned that the adapter could cost around 6,000 yuan.
Later, some new owners were told by their sales consultants that they could get a gift bag worth 3,000 yuan, including a two-year maintenance plan or a DC charging adapter.
Some older owners also had the chance to receive the DC charging adapter.
For a long time, DC charging adapters were given as gifts to a small group of special owners and couldn't be purchased.
During this period, many Tesla owners called Tesla’s 400 customer service number to ask when the DC charging adapter would be available. The customer service response was September this year, but then it was delayed again.
On October 16th, Tesla suddenly announced that existing owners would receive free DC and AC charging adapters. After nearly a year of waiting, the price dropped from 6,000 to 3,000 yuan, and even to free. Many Tesla owners were thrilled and excited.
You see, this is how user satisfaction is managed. A surprise moment leaves a deep impression on the user, creating a particularly satisfying experience with the product or service, while forgetting the previous wait.
Now your Model S uses the new national standard DC charging adapter. You bought a Chinese customized Model X. Can you happily use the State Grid's DC charging?
I’m sorry to say, it won’t be so smooth.
First of all, charging is charged. Many Tesla owners have become used to free overcharging. Now, paying for charging might be a bit of a shock. Fortunately, it’s not expensive compared to fueling.
The real problem is that the working conditions of the new GB charging pile are quite different. Even if you plug in the DC charging adapter, the Model S/X might not charge successfully. In some cases, the charging pile may trigger Tesla’s system protection. So it’s best to avoid using the new national standard charging pile unless you're in an emergency and have a low battery. Always leave a backup range or go to a Supercharger.
After discussing Tesla's support for the new national standard, let's talk about the story behind the news.
**Tesla's Return**
To meet China’s charging standards, what did Tesla pay?
- Tesla distributed an adapter originally planned to cost thousands of dollars to all Chinese car owners for free.
- A problem that could theoretically be solved with an adapter, Tesla chose to modify the design of the model for China.
No car manufacturer would do this unless they expected a good return.
**What Did the Chinese Government Get?**
Although Tesla modified all domestic superchargers and destination chargers to adapt to the new national standard charging interface, Tesla’s massive charging network remains exclusive to Tesla owners. Other brands cannot use it.
Tesla’s charging network has not become part of the social charging infrastructure, maintaining its independence.
I think about it. The Chinese government has recognized Tesla as the first electric vehicle manufacturer to adopt the Chinese charging interface standard. Tesla’s actions are sincere.
So, what will the Chinese government give back to Tesla’s efforts?
If this comprehensive support for the new national standard charging is Tesla’s compromise in the Chinese market, then the return Tesla wants should be the Chinese government’s concessions on key terms related to the factory construction in China.
Of course, the new national standard charging and the approval of a foreign-funded automobile company in China are handled by different authorities. However, electric vehicle industry policy is a crucial part of China’s future economic development. Tesla has been in constant contact with local and central government agencies.
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