Tesla announces virtual queuing solution after video of fight at Supercharger station goes viral

Charging an electric vehicle takes time, even with the fastest chargers. This means EV owners often have to interact at public charging stations, with things sometimes turning ugly. After a video of an altercation at a Supercharging site went viral, Tesla announced it would start testing a virtual queuing solution at select stations in Q2 2025.

The system will determine the order in which the drivers use the chargers, most likely based on a first-in-first-out approach. While all-out fights are thankfully not common, limited parking spaces and people jumping the queue can make emotions rise, making public charging an unpleasant experience for EV drivers.

Tesla said it could roll out the virtual queuing solution widely based on feedback. The automaker also revealed a targeted 20 percent year-over-year network expansion, which will reduce congestion and potential conflicts.

It is unclear yet if and how the system will work with other EV brands. Tesla is gradually granting them access to the Superchargers, increasing the chances of confrontations among drivers, especially in urban areas.