Going for a long drive in an EV can take you to some strange places in the hopes of finding a place to charge. TikTok user Mona Mobasseri (@monamobs) showcased just how off the beaten path some chargers are.
In a post that’s accrued over 12,000 views, she recorded herself at a Tesla supercharging station she says is located “in the middle of Nowherevada.”
The short video depicts her exiting her vehicle, which is parked against a desert backdrop. With a dramatic flourish, she begins to lament over her desolate surroundings. The caption for her post delineates just how forlorn she feels: “Need food, water, atmosphere.”
While the TikToker may’ve acted like she was Lawrence of Arabia abandoned in the dunes for days on end, cars can be seen driving on the highway beneath a Nevada mountain line. Moreover, there are bright, red Tesla supercharging parking signs in the lot she’s parked at and a large 18 wheeler truck parked in view of the camera lens.
Commenters Sound Off
Several who commented on Mobasseri’s video appeared to sympathize with her charging plight.
“At least it isn’t the Death Valley supercharger,” one wrote. Another urged the TikToker to be thankful for even finding a place to juice her EV’s battery.
There were other folks who recognized the location. “It’s not that bad,” wrote one. “I always stop there on my way to Cali or on my way to Vegas,” they stated.
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Another remarked that these charging stations are for more cautious drivers to take advantage of. “Been there! if you’re there it’s because you had the EV anxieties! Running low!” they wrote.
How Does Nevada Rank in Supercharger Density?
The U.S. city with the largest number of superchargers is actually in Nevada. The Motley Fool posted a thorough breakdown of supercharger availability across America and crowned Las Vegas the supercharging port king, with more than 416 designated supercharger ports across 25 locations. San Diego has just as many supercharging spots but fewer overall chargers at 402.
When it comes to states that feature the most Tesla superchargers, it’s no surprise that California takes the top spot. The Golden State has the most registered EV drivers in the US at 1.3 million. In total, the State has a whopping 626 supercharging destinations.
Florida ranks second with 216 supercharging locations. Further down the list is Nevada, which features a total of 62.
Tesla’s Supercharging Network is America’s Largest
While Mobasseri wasn’t exactly thrilled about supercharging in such a forsaken looking area, it’s worth noting how crucial the brand’s charging infrastructure is for EV road trippers.
The Motley Fool report counted 2,939 Tesla supercharging locations and 35,682 ports. Additionally, the site reported that the U.S. Department of Energy estimates 53% of all fast chargers in the country are Tesla Level 3 superchargers.
More gas stations and businesses are adding EV charging terminals to existing structures, helping drivers reduce range anxiety and take more direct routes on long trips. And other partnerships, like the collaboration between Starbucks and Mercedes-Benz, gives folks even more fast charging options.
Tesla has been expanding its supercharging network too. The Motley Fool wrote that from January to December 2025, the EV manufacturer has expanded its total number of superchargers by 18% and individual ports by 23%.
Charging Safety
The aforementioned supercharging locations are all placed in relatively trafficked areas. But what if you had to park your car for an extended period of time in a lonely place? Some Tesla owners have expressed safety concerns about doing just that.
One poster on the Tesla Motors Club forum said she worries about someone approaching their vehicle while they’re charging, saying she didn’t feel safe about having to exit her vehicle to unplug its power cord if there was an unsavory individual lurking about. Going a step further, she ruminated on packing weapons for self-defense such as “knives and bear spray” when going out for a charge.
Folks in the r/TeslaLounge subreddit also shared some of their gnarlier supercharger visits. One person stated that while they topped off their vehicle’s battery at a mall “in mid-stage decline” in Grand Junction, Colorado, folks in the area were “coal rolling their [expletive] trucks all around.”
Another redditor said charging their vehicle in Fremont Street, Las Vegas, was a “sketchy” endeavor, too, a sentiment others corroborated.
InsideEVs has reached out to Tesla via email and Mobasser via TikTok comment for further information.
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