VW now shows a NACS adapter in the parts catalog.

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https://parts.vw.com/p/Volkswagen_2025_ID-Buzz/NACS-to-CCS-DC-Adapter/147936830/11A054411.html

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Looks like a Lectron with a VW logo slapped on it.

I do not *think* we can charge at Telsa yet, but this is usually the first sign that it is imminent.
 
ericy said:
https://parts.vw.com/p/Volkswagen_2025_ID-Buzz/NACS-to-CCS-DC-Adapter/147936830/11A054411.html

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Looks like a Lectron with a VW logo slapped on it.

I do not *think* we can charge at Telsa yet, but this is usually the first sign that it is imminent.
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Looks like a very good quality unit c/w double unlock latches- one for CCS and NACS, also a better DC current rating than the Hyundai version- 430A compared to 350A. Hopefully it is certified by accredited certification standard.
Wonder what the cost will be...maybe free for VW owners?:)
 
electriceddy said:
Looks like a very good quality unit c/w double unlock latches- one for CCS and NACS, also a better DC current rating than the Hyundai version- 430A compared to 350A. Hopefully it is certified by accredited certification standard.
Wonder what the cost will be...maybe free for VW owners?:)
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If I am correct that it is just a Lectron unit with a VW logo printed on the side, it will likely come with whatever certification that Lectron provides. The UL tests for NACS adapters are quite new - I don't know if any of them have that. I know that Ford ships a re-branded Lectron - I recall that numerous design changes were made to satisfy both Ford and Tesla.

I haven't heard a peep from VW about whether anyone gets a free adapter. I already have a Lectron (originally bought for my wife, but then she got a free one from Hyundai), so I don't really need yet another adapter.

Then there is the question of plug-and-charge. Haven't heard a peep about that either. So one would still need to activate using the Tesla app. I know that was a deal-beaker for Ford, but when I use Magic Dock Tesla sites, I have to use the Tesla app, so that's nothing new.
 

  • Starting November 18th, Volkswagen ID.4 and ID. Buzz owners will be able to access the Tesla Supercharger network of 25,000 compatible DC fast chargers across North America, vastly increasing access and choice for Level 3 charging
  • Volkswagen’s DC fast-charging adapter for North American Charging System (NACS) to Combined Charging System (CCS) port will be available to purchase from VW dealers or online
  • ID.4 and ID. Buzz owners can use the Tesla app to locate compatible stations and pay for charging sessions
 
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