Tesla Cybertruck owners who wish to use the Powershare feature to power their homes during outages may be in for a hefty financial surprise. One such owner, Joe Tegtmeyer, recently shared that he was quoted a staggering $33,837.50 for the installation, excluding the cost of Powerwalls.
Tegtmeyer’s surprise stemmed from the fact that his home had already undergone electrical upgrades to accommodate a solar panel installation. He had anticipated that these upgrades would simplify the Powershare installation process, but that turned out not to be the case.
The exorbitant quote raises questions about the affordability and practicality of Powershare for Cybertruck owners. Tesla had previously touted the feature as a cost-effective way to obtain backup power, leveraging the vehicle’s battery. However, the high installation costs could potentially negate those savings.
It remains to be seen whether Tegtmeyer’s experience is an isolated case or a more widespread issue. Early adopters of Tesla’s Powerwall home battery system also encountered inflated installation quotes when Tesla partnered with third-party installers. Tesla may need to address the installation cost concerns by working more closely with installers to ensure reasonable pricing for Powershare.
The ultimate goal of Powershare and bi-directional charging is to provide a cost-effective backup power solution for homeowners. While Tesla has made strides in developing the necessary hardware, it may need to exert greater control over installation costs to ensure that the system remains accessible to a broader range of consumers.
