Does Tesla Have External Discharge Capability?
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Tesla does not have external discharge capability. Currently, none of Tesla's electric vehicle models support bidirectional charging and discharging functionality. According to overseas media reports, the hardware of the Model 3 already supports bidirectional functionality, and it only requires activation by the manufacturer to be used immediately. Moreover, compared to other automakers, the Model 3 does not need an additional inverter to feed power back into the AC grid. Below are the benefits of external discharge: More Flexible Use of Electrical Energy Bidirectional charging and discharging for electric vehicles is increasingly being emphasized or enabled by various alliances and brands. The greatest benefits are seen in commercial fleets or commercial applications. For individual users, the most significant advantage of bidirectional charging and discharging lies in its application for home renewable energy networks. Enables Vehicle-to-Vehicle Charging Another benefit of bidirectional charging and discharging is the ability to charge one electric vehicle from another. If a Model 3 (which supports bidirectional functionality) runs out of power or has insufficient charge to move, it can use charging cables to transfer power directly to another Model 3 (it is unclear whether this works with other models). This enables vehicle rescue and range-sharing benefits.