Tesla is taking steps to make its Supercharger network more accessible to all users, quietly rolling out new hardware and site layouts designed to help drivers with mobility challenges charge more easily. At least two Superchargers, one in Minot, North Dakota and another in Oregon show the company testing a redesigned charging handle and new stall configurations that prioritize ease of use.
According to photos shared on X from two V4 Supercharger sites, the most noticeable addition is a large circular loop attached to the charging cable—functioning as a grip point that helps reduce the effort required to maneuver the V4 charging cord, making it the first time a dedicated accessibility aid has appeared on a Supercharger.
Whie it may look unconventional, the new loop design provides a more ergonomic way to lift and position the connector, especially for anyone with limited arm strength or flexibility.
First time I’ve seen one of these loop handles at a V4 charger. I found it a little odd, it was only on one of them here in Oregon last night. pic.twitter.com/t402CxWVT0
— omgFSD! (@omg_fsd) October 30, 2025
The new handle design isn’t the only change being make, as Tesla is also expanding the size of the parking stall, giving drivers more room to maneuver mobility devices between vehicles or open doors fully.
Tesla has also added new signage reading “Accessible EV Charging — Use Last,” indicating the stall is meant to remain open when possible for drivers who need the extra space, similar to signage the company uses for trailer-friendly stalls.
Minot ND supercharger has this on the accessible stall + helpful signage pic.twitter.com/MqvqdwBdZi
— TechnoKing of Nord'a'Kota – Jason Mosser (@the_og_jmosser) October 31, 2025
The combination of wider stalls, clearer accessibility-focused signage, and a redesigned handle suggests Tesla is beginning to formalize an accessibility standard for future Supercharger installations—something the broader EV charging industry has been under increasing pressure to address. Many existing public charging sites were built without accessibility in mind, making it difficult or even impossible for some EV owners to charge independently.
Tesla’s V4 Supercharger, which already features a longer cable to accommodate vehicles with charge ports in different locations, appears to be the platform on which the company is building this next accessibility layer. The new loop handle fits seamlessly with the updated pedestal design, and the longer cord compared to previous generation Superchargers provides additional flexibility for users trying to reach the port without awkward stretching or twisting.
While Tesla has not yet publicly commented on a formal accessibility program, the pattern emerging across multiple sites indicates the company is currently testing the design, and if successful, the new features could soon become a standard part of V4 sites across North America.
