General Motors recently announced that GM EV customers now have access to the Tesla Supercharger network, opening up over 17,800 chargers and expanding available charging solutions to more than 231,800 public Level 2 and DC fast-charge plugs throughout North America. The Tesla Supercharger network utilizes the North American Charging Standard (NACS), and as such, existing GM vehicles will require an adapter to connect. What’s more, some Chevy Bolt EV owners will need a software update to use a Tesla Supercharger station.
All Ultium-based GM EVs are compatible with the Tesla Supercharger network, as are the GM BEV2-based Chevy Bolt EV and Chevy Bolt EUV. However, an adapter is still required to fit the plug, as GM’s current range of EVs use a different charger type for DC charging, namely CCS (Combined Charging System). Last year, GM announced it would adopt the North American Charging Standard by 2025, with the first GM EVs with native NACS connectors expected for the 2026 model year. As such, current GM EV owners can purchase an NACS adapter for $225 through their specific vehicle mobile app (myChevrolet, myGMC, or myCadillac).
In addition, some Chevy Bolt EVs will require a software update to use a Tesla Supercharger.
“Select Bolt EVs (mostly MY19 and MY20) may require a software update to ensure seamless charging at a Tesla Supercharger,” GM states. “Those customers can order a GM approved NACS DC adapter through their GM vehicle brand apps and contact their Chevrolet dealership to schedule this complimentary software update.”
Owners who require the update will receive an email notification informing them of such, however, any customer who is unsure is encouraged to contact their local dealer to assess if a software update is indeed required.
The Tesla Supercharger network includes more than 50,000 plugs around the world. According to General Motors, a DC quick charge plug can adds between 15 and 100 miles of range in 10 minutes depending on the vehicle, with the lower side of that estimate primarily applying to GM BEV2-based vehicles like the Chevy Bolt EV and Bolt EUV.
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Hi Jonathan,
I have a 2019 Bolt so I called my dealer and they said this is the first they are hearing about the Complimentary Update for select MY19 & MY20 and will research and call me back.
Also, I know I can charge with the Tesla Magic Dock…I’ve done it, but I’m assuming I may still need this update. Is there a TSB bulletin that I can refer them to for what you described? BTW, on the Magic Dock it didn’t matter what non telsa was trying to charge, they all got the error that something wasn’t recognized. One guy there said try unlocking and locking your car door and that worked for all!
Also, last night I call GM energy since I don’t have the EV public charging menu in my myChevy app. They said they can see that I didn’t have it and did some kind of EV pairing and said to wait an hour and reinstall the app. Well, that didn’t work. I don’t subscribe to any OnStar services, but they said that shouldn’t matter. However I can see on reddit that someone went ahead an subscribed and then they got those menu items. I shouldn’t have to or want to subscribe to OnStar to do EV adapter ordering and charging to get on the Tesla Supercharging network.
Otherwise, I’m also wondering if I can just use the Tesla app with the A2Z Typhoon Pro Plug instead as a solution. I can see the Tesla Superchargers in the tesla app now…knowing my 2019 Bolt. I might want to do this since the GM approved adapter is already on backorder. Granted this device is only stated to be compatible with Ford and Rivian so far.
Just a follow-up one week later on my 2nd point regarding not having the maps/public charging menu items in the myChevy app…I still don’t have it and my 9/20 android app review was ignored by GM (no reply by them when they do actively comment otherwise).
I’ve decided to just wait it out as the adapter may be on back order anyway. Also, having an adapter not ordered via GM is most likely a bad idea if anything were to happen either to the Tesla charger or to the car. Plus if I filter in the Tesla app not as many Tesla chargers show up that are the versions that would accept a Bolt.
If I did need it for a trip, I supposed I could subscribe to the Essential plan for OnStar, order the adapter, wait for my CC to be charged and then cancel OnStar before getting charged for OnStar.
#24-NA-200 DTC HPcm2 or id 6654704 . Im having it done on friday . Hope it works .
I do have the A2Z connector .
I am all for Tesla opening up their Superchargers but the Bolt should not be allowed. Sorry
It charges waaaaaaaay too slowly.
Legacy and Tesla for that matter need to up the charging speeds on their vehicles.
I believe some Chinese BEV’s can charge at 600kW
But a Bolt needs way less energy to go many more miles. About 1/2 hour for 100 miles of range is possible if the Battery is at about 20% when the fast charging is started. I think the Tesla owners are worried about charging time more than charging rate.
Anyone can make their car a “charger queen” bu not moving it when it is charged.
If only I’d invested in “Updates” … 30 years ago .
I never need to recharge more than 45 mins or so at a DC fast charger when roadtripping in my Bolt EUV, which is about the same amount of time I see plenty of Tesla owners sitting there as well. Tesla owner’s are snobs, and they are upset that “their” chargers are now being shared with “others”. Don’t be excited about NACS becoming the defacto standard, and then complain when the only NACS chargers are Tesla. Get over it.
Don’t generalize – I’m a Tesla plaid owner and I’m constantly walking over having coffee while charging with GM owners.
I’ve got a 2018 bolt,
Has anyone heard if there is a software update that’s needed to make it compatible with the supercharger?
My Chevy app doesn’t have the public charging tab, so I can’t select it. 🤦🏻♂️
Seems odd that only 2019-2020 are mentioned.
Thanks
I’ve been thinking about getting a used Bolt due to their low prices, but the holdup was the crap DC charging stations that non-Tesla EV owners have to deal with while on road trips. With this change, it may be time for me to pull the trigger. Hopefully, all manufacturers will settle on locations for the charge ports (front passenger or rear driver sides) that will be more compatible with Superchargers.
Bang for your buck a used Bolt can’t be beat. Pre 2020 all of the battery warranties are 2030 and the performance is enough to even surprise most Tesla owners. Great range and a blast to drive. Excellent efficiency and reliable. Of course there are compromises like DC charging speed but its not Leaf-slow. Just slower. The infotainment tech is a little dated but if you use carplay or android, that’s a mute point.
I’ll gladly sit at charging stations for an extra 20min to save myself $17,000.
What does it matter. I see 50 Teslas on the road for each Bolt and I have never seen a full supercharger.
The GM NACS rollout has been a disaster. Dealers don’t know anything about software updates or charging adapters, and no one knows when they will ever get the adapters they ordered. I ordered mine going on two weeks. Either I get an ETA in the next two weeks or they’re looking at a class action lawsuit. My state requires ETA at the time of ordering or proof of shipping within 30 calendar days. My Better Business Bureau complaint only resulted in an annoying GM representative calling me to explain that they do these things all the time. Not anymore you won’t.
try update # 24-NA-200 or Id 6654704 from chevy . Im getting it on friday morning .
Hi Daniel,
This is good info. Thanks for the share. Sorry for all the questions I have below…
Were you not able to charge with the adapter without the update?
Were you notified by Chevy that you needed this update?
Did the dealer confirm you had a Bolt that needed the update?
Did the update work and you are able to charge with the adapter?