Does anyone here know about Tesla charging stations?
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[{"id": "iasa33i", "text": "Tesla has their own network of quick charging stations (ie superchargers) you cannot rent or buy. I believe if you want to have Tesla branded superchargers installed on your property, you have to apply direct to Tesla. I\u2019d be surprised if they offered Revenue Sharing because they actually bring the retailer/property owner quite a bit of traffic. On the other hand, some businesses offer free level 2 Tesla charging stations (restricted to about 9kwh or 40 miles per hour) you can buy. Further, you can parter with another EV charging network (ChargePoint &amp; ElectrifyAmerica are most popular IMO) and they offer revenue sharing with property owners. The QuickCharging stations require 480v and transformers, are a bit intensive to install. It should be noted that charging stations are in no way like gas stations. You\u2019ll find quick chargers off major interstates and highways at cafes or shopping malls so customers can shop, drink, eat while they wait. Level 2 chargers are more \u201covernight\u201d thing, you\u2019ll find those at hotels.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "iasdjzz", "text": "the supercharging stations are owned and operated by Tesla.  you as a LL can request to become a 'partner' to have one installed on your property.  cannot imagine tesla will pay much of ground rent, but just enough to cover services LL will need to provide (i.e. snow removal, garbage removal).  such a stations could drive traffic your property and generate income for TTs.  i believe electrify america operates the same way.  both of them use level 3 chargers.\n\nyou can own/operate level 2 chargers like chargepoint to generate income but they take longer to charge.  these chargers are typically in places where people tend to stay awhile.\n\nthere are some LLs who install dumb tesla destination chargers or J1772 chargers (all level 2) with cutoff switches and charge a flat fee per use or provide it at no charge. \n\nthink through with placement of these chargers if you intend to proceed.  placed too close to businesses, they'll get ice'd often and you'll get complaints from users; placed too far from businesses, you get complaints from users (and possibly get low use).", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "iasyc2p", "text": "They'll put them in on your property.  I would imagine they have a variety of programs to offer.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "iat21ks", "text": "Tesla has pretty high standards on where they put their chargers, but there is a place on their website to apply.\n\nThere are a ton of charging statin competitors in that space now, and they have all sorts of different pricing/income models.\n\nCheck put Blink and ChargePoint, for instance.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "iatcpmz", "text": "What state are you in? Some states are paying for certain types to go in, not necessarily Tesla. I wouldn't go with Tesla either, there are too many EVs out there now and Tesla is proprietary. I would see if there are any local incentives with your utility company. After that contact Electrify America, ChargePoint, and EVgo. Those are 3 of the larger charging companies, see what they say.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "iatr85u", "text": "Have done a couple of leases with Tesla for supercharger stations in dedicated parking spots. Actually surprisingly decent rent; quite a bit more than associated expenses. Also a draw for the shopping centers. Currently seeing if I can get DOT to put signage for it at the exit ramp.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "iav0wu2", "text": "I have been told by a large convenience store owner that it actually cost them money to have the chargers on-site, but the strategy is that it drives in-store sales.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "iavaswf", "text": "Tesla doesn\u2019t sell these that I\u2019m aware of. We have them at our listings so unless that just changed.. unlikely.\n\nThey usually own/operate/maintain themselves", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "iaxrx8b", "text": "It\u2019s not profitable for the owner. Only if tenant demand requires it. \n\nhttps://youtu.be/Ys1zeeg9L4U", "replies": [], "depth": 1}]