Tesla is adding a swimming pool at one of its largest Supercharger stations in Germany. It seems the eclectic vehicle company wants to add more amenities to its charging stations. The company is still working on a Diner/Drive-In Theater. In this case, it’s more of a gimmick and something that Tesla CEO Elon Musk wants. But it can also bring more revenue to the company.
Tesla has even more plans for its Supercharger stations as it plans to open up its Supercharger network to non-Tesla EVs in the U.S. sometime this year. This is part of the White House’s plan to make charging electric vehicles more affordable and to help more people adopt them.
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Tesla Welt Podcast posted a video on its YouTube channel giving a first look at the Tesla Super Pool that is being installed at a Tesla Supercharger station. It will open on Thursday, Aug. 4, and be open until Sunday, Aug. 28. It will be open Thursdays through Sundays, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. GMT+2. This is only a test, so Tesla owners will have to see if the pool sticks around after this month. However, people do not need to own a Tesla to try out the pool since there are chargers for other EVs, too, at this location. The swimming pool can accommodate four people for 10 minutes. The restricted time is due to how long it takes to charge a Tesla with a Supercharger. In addition, the solar power installation will power it.
While Tesla has tried to build its Supercharger stations near restaurants and other amenities, this has not always been easy. So, it’s testing out amenities in Germany. Recently, Tesla installed cube lounges with automated vending machines that provide drivers with food, coffee and other items. The
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