Photo: Tesla Charging
Tesla has officially launched its first batch of V4 Superchargers in China, with new stations now operational in Shanghai, Chongqing, and the Gansu and Zhejiang provinces. This marks a significant milestone for Tesla in its largest international market, as the company continues to develop its next-generation fast-charging infrastructure globally.
The announcement was made via an image posted on Tesla’s official Weibo account, which highlighted not only the cities and service areas covered by this initial deployment but also the enhanced features that come with V4 Superchargers. These include longer charging cables (now up to 3 meters), improved accessibility for non-Tesla vehicles, and multiple safety and durability upgrades.
Tesla’s V4 Superchargers are designed for a more user-friendly experience, complete with expanded compatibility and faster charging speeds — although Tesla hasn’t yet disclosed exact power output specs for the Chinese market. However, V4 units in Europe are rated for up to 350kW, suggesting that similar performance is likely.
This launch also aligns with Tesla’s ongoing efforts to open up its charging infrastructure to non-Tesla EVs — part of a broader industry shift encouraged by governments and regulators worldwide.
As competition in China’s EV space continues to intensify, Tesla’s Supercharging network remains one of its strongest competitive advantages. With more V4 installations expected in the months ahead, Tesla is doubling down on the importance of scalable, reliable EV charging as it expands its footprint across the region.
Tesla deployed its first V4 Superchargers all the way back in March 2023. Late last year, the company said that its V4 Supercharging Cabinets, capable of delivering up to 500kW of power for cars, would debut sometime in 2025.
