Supercharged
Supercharged is a powerful app designed to help Tesla owners locate Supercharger and Destination Charging locations worldwide. Whether at home or on the road, users can quickly find and navigate to charging spots with ease. The app includes essential features such as favoriting locations, instant directions, and detailed charger information, ensuring that everything needed for a stress-free charging experience is readily available.
My Objectives
- Help users easily locate Tesla Superchargers and Destination Chargers.
- Provide real-time, accurate charging location data in a seamless UI.
- Reduce range anxiety by making charger navigation effortless.
- Offer an intuitive interface for quick access to charger details.
By 2016, Tesla’s presence on the roads was rapidly growing, and their Supercharger network was expanding. However, finding nearby charging stations outside of the vehicle was a challenge. Without an easy way to access this information, planning routes efficiently became difficult, often leading to unnecessary detours or range anxiety. As a frequent driver, I encountered this frustration firsthand and realized there had to be a better way to track charging locations when away from the car.
Knowing that Tesla’s Supercharging data had to be sourced from somewhere, I dug deep into their website and eventually discovered a JSON dataset containing everything needed—location coordinates, amenities, charger details, and station availability. This dataset became the foundation for building a solution that would make finding Supercharger locations more convenient and accessible outside of Tesla’s in-car navigation.
With the necessary data secured, it was time to bring Supercharged to life. The app’s core functionality revolved around a large, interactive MapView, displaying all available Supercharger and Destination Charging stations.
Key Features:
The result was a streamlined, intuitive experience that gave Tesla owners complete control over their charging needs—whether at home or traveling cross-country.
Developing Supercharged revealed valuable insights about data accessibility, user experience, and the importance of real-world testing. One of the biggest takeaways was the power of open data—Tesla’s charging infrastructure information was available, but it needed the right approach to extract, organize, and present it in a way that truly benefited users. Additionally, prioritizing UI simplicity ensured that users could access critical information without unnecessary complexity. Ultimately, the experience reinforced the idea that solving real-world problems starts with understanding user pain points and leveraging available data to create elegant, efficient solutions.