What To Do When Your Tesla Dies on the Road in Sacramento

There's nothing more frustrating than seeing your Tesla's battery hit zero while you're miles from a charging station. If you're in the Sacramento area, don't panic – mobile EV charging services can get you back on the road in under an hour.

Why Does This Happen?

Even experienced Tesla owners can misjudge their range. Common causes include:

• Unexpected detours or traffic
• Cold weather reducing battery efficiency
• Forgetting to charge overnight
• AC/heating usage draining the battery faster

Your Options When Stranded

Unlike gas cars, you can't just bring a can of fuel to an EV. Here are your real options:

1. Call a Mobile EV Charging Service (Fastest)

Services like Sacramento Mobile EV Charging come directly to your location with generator-powered Level-2 charging equipment. We typically arrive in 30-45 minutes and give you enough charge to reach the nearest Supercharger.

2. Call a Tow Truck

Tesla recommends flatbed towing only. This can take hours and cost $200-500+ depending on distance.

3. Tesla Roadside Assistance

Tesla's roadside assistance will typically arrange a tow to the nearest service center or Supercharger – but availability and wait times vary.

How Mobile EV Charging Works

Our service is simple:

1. Call us at (916) 826-9410
2. Share your location
3. We arrive with our mobile charging unit
4. You get enough charge to drive to a Supercharger

Prevention Tips

To avoid this situation in the future:

• Keep your charge above 20% when possible
• Use Tesla's trip planner for long drives
• Save Sacramento Mobile EV Charging's number: (916) 826-9410

We serve all of Sacramento County including Folsom, Roseville, Elk Grove, and surrounding areas within a 45-mile radius.