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As a gun enthusiast and someone who chooses to lawfully carry, I would much rather drive off and pay $300 for a new part, than to deal with the legal ramifications of having to pull the trigger.
But as of right now, my none Tesla doesn’t have this type of device. Your first job as a responsibly armed citizen is to avoid having to use a firearm, unless absolutely nothing else will solved the threat to life or limb.
That's the attitude I'd expect from most gun owners. Most of the people leaving those comments probably don't even own a gun.
It's possible to: lower the back seat and climb into trunk and pull the manual release cord. But that's not easy. Better than getting mauled by a bear. 😂
😂 hey good idea
that will just unlock the handle, but you'd probably damage the charge port and the cable if you drove away (if that's even possible? I mean the car would still know that a cable is plugged in)
Yeah, but the repair of the now destroyed charge port - and more - will definitely be more expensive than buying this gadget.
For this trick to be an alternative, you need to physically eject the handle/cable after unlocking.
@@jsjs6751 Yup. Not sure if that will actually work out not. Maybe Chris should try it. Not actually drive away, but will the car be willing to drive? And if you're in danger, I think you're willing to destroy a charger to live!
@@RufftaManThese devices are designed to not damage the car or the supercharger. The device is the only thing that gets damaged.
Apparently, this is also a thing with gas pumps. I talked to a gas station owner who said about every other month, someone is in a hurry and forgets or whatever, and drives away with the nozzle still in the gas tank ripping off the hose.
Why not make the plug pointed backward at an angle of 70-80 degrees and perhaps upward similarly?
That way, when you leave, the unit should not have to break?
Cool for 30 dollars. 300? Are you kidding?
I know. That’s awfully expensive.
I agree it's very expensive. But as I said in the video, if you get into a situation where you need to use it, it's well worth it.
I bought and received mine. The company states that if a dangerous situation comes up and you use it, you can send it back with videos for a replacement as a one time deal. They also said that that is one reason for the high price. I suppose the videos are to prove the user wasn't just being stupid or didn't want to get out in the rain.
Is your life worth $300. You never know when you will have to use it, but you’ll be thankful to have had it if the time comes. I mean if your wife and kids were in the car and a gunman was in the vicinity and you had the ability to leave the area then would you or would you watch the gunman shoot up the surrounding area🤔 yeah I’d say the $300 is worth my life and lack of damage to property
The odds of a situation where it's 'life' are so small to have never happened to a charging Tesla, and only a couple time to a not-charging one.@@FlyWithTyy
Tesla should introduce an emergency cable release feature in their cars: a couple of mechanised pins (in a car) which would just push the cable out of a car. You're welcome)
I highly doubt Tesla approves this device. Watching the video back over again and looking at the strain and stress it puts onto the charger it damn near pulls The cable out of the charging machine. I really wouldn't want to use that charger after somebody over stress the cable like that. A lot of newer cables actually have liquid cooling in this kind of activity could damage the machine. This is vandalism of Tesla's chargers if one were to use one of these or test it like he did.
people will point out the damage you could do to the super charger, but somehow forget about the neg PR of having "person murdered at charger due to unable to drive away"
a human life is worth more than a super charger cord.
So I guess you never park somewhere with a gate ? Are you sure it is not just paranoia ? And if a car with bad people parks in front of your car, what are you going to do ? So should we drive tanks, just in case ? But sure, buy an eject plug if you want, and fully tinted windows, a bull bar, a gun, etc.
@puzenat7280 Your comment is absolutely ridiculous, you could use that argument for a plethora of things that constitute managing risk and danger, stuff im sure even you do, like lock the doors to your house....i mean did you even watch? he showed a few examples of events that have nothing to do with "attacks" like a situation with major hail and getting your car under cover without risking being hit by the hail...picking on someone that decides to take steps to manage the risk and danger they are exposed to is extremely ignorant....and sure if someone parked in front he car this would make it more difficult to escape....but maybe they dont park in front of your car and this thing saved your life....risk management is ab out lowering the chances...and this does that, tell the people that have experienced these situations they are paranoid, tell that to the people in the ground, paranoia can be a good thing in moderation, it may just save your life.
These are designed to NOT damage the supercharger. They breakaway in a fashion that prevents damage to both the car and the charger. The only thing damaged is the device. Oh, and your wallet.
But I don’t think you can move the car with the connector in.
Imagine the bad PR when your car starts burning because of the adapter that with certainty is not approved for the high currents used.
Why would they even attempt that pricepoint? It shouldn't cost anymore than the J1772 adapter.
You can use a J1772 over and over again genius.
What is needed now is a wireless charging device.
It seems Tesla is working on this
Great video. Very much appreciate that you showed this off. Has been very much needed for a long time now. Especially for females and older folks.
A funny story regarding a somewhat related incident with an ICE vehicle. Years ago my father flew down to Florida with a family friend, who rented a car for them to get around. On their way back, they were running late to catch their flight. The friend hurriedly stopped at a gas station to fill up so he wouldn't be charged the insanely high cost per gallon that renters charge. They then hurriedly left the station and within 5 minutes the friend starts cursing and hitting the steering wheel while looking at the side mirror.
My father was alarmed and asked, "What's wrong! What's wrong! What happened?"
The friend replied with, "Those f'ing kids!!! Look what they did to the car. It's all damaged! It's gonna cost fortune to fix and my insurance raised!!!"
He pulls the car over and runs out to quickly investigate the damage... And you guessed it.
In his hurry, he took off without pulling out the gas hose. The handle and half the hose were being dragged all along the highway. There was no damage to the car.
I could not stop laughing when my father told me the story.
There are a couple of sketchy Superchargers on my route. Shreveport, LA, Lindale, TX, Lafayette, LA. Dark, unlit, remote, sketchy neighborhood. Unfortunately I had to brandish my pistol once. There have been a couple of "EJECT!" devices but they disappeared from the market.
Seems to me a retrofit of the charging receptacle - spring load the socket, provide a solenoid operated latch and Bob's your uncle. I no longer have access to the tooling, else I would prototype one. So for the nonce, I depend upon my friend Mr. Ruger and keep my head on a swivel.
Brandishing is a crime.
@@CrissaKentavr self defense is an affirmative defense to brandishing.
@@CrissaKentavr Cry about it.
@@CrissaKentavrdepends on state and municipality. Also in self defense it is considered not a crime in most cases. Please update yourself on firearm laws and regulations.
It's a decent tool that might give some people peace of mind. I'm one of the people who conceal carry a firearm BUT....there are still states where I can't carry. I think one should at the very least have some pepper spray with them...and definitely check the laws because not all of them are technically legal in every state.
While this is expensive but cheap enough to possibly save your life, the issue I have with this is it still gives you a false sense of security. What I mean is when you're getting out of your car to plug in the car or unplug the car that's when you're at one of your most vulnerable moments. This gadget won't help. It definitely comes in handy once it's in use.
1) gas stations are way sketchier. 2)That is not how one uses a gun. Really. You do not
"just shoot". If the danger is human, usually brandishing a weapon makes the dimwit go away. Opportunistic creeps do not want to get shot. (I stopped a 5-person on 2 mugging just by brandishing pepper spray and I am under 5'). A simple "don't move" will fix MOST such situations. 3) a $300 device that is one-use is insane.
I heard that 'Hey Listen!' nice. Also, may be better if they used some magnets instead of screws?
I've heard of this before. The only difference was the part that is supposed to stay connected to the charger plug stayed on the plug.
What I do not recall now, is... Does this also help prevent someone from unplugging your vehicle from a charger?
Thanks so much for showing us that it works.
Definitely see uses for this in certain circumstances. May be worth having in your glove box if you're ever in a potentially scetchy situation.
Unfortunately, if you don't use it 100% of the time, you're always gonna be in a bad situation when you decided not to use this, or forgot to.
I was an early adopter. Love it. I keep it on in the garage. I’ve tested summons backing it out, without breaking it 😉. Saw a video about house fire that burned a Tesla since it was plugged in to charge.
Ha another good use. Unlock charge port from app and summon the car out of a fire 😂
As mentioned in the full video, this adapter is used for safety reasons. If you are in a position of immediate danger where you are not able to get out of your car and disconnect the charging cable, you would want this device.
I wonder if V4 chargers will have enough lift to keep it from falling on the ground. If so, maybe theyll add an emergency eject button on screen with a disclaimer about damage.
From their website it works with Level1 and level2 charging as well. Very cool
I'm guessing the strength of those aren't as high, do you risk damaging the charger. But again, if you're needing to use this, maybe it's worth it.
My son pulled to the side of the road to let his toddler pee. Suddenly, there was a ruckus of multiple coyotes or wolves within 200 feet of the car. My son pushed his toddler into the car, jumped in, and closed the door. scary as hell. Lucky the side of the road had animal fencing used on state highways. He was driving an ice vehicle, but there was a charging station not far away.. So, rural charging stations may have interesting threats.
Coyotes and wolves have to eat too.
Just take that $300 and get a pistol. 😂
Although some people could use the EVJect to avoid paying Supercharger idle fees and clog up some stalls, overall it looks like a very useful product to quickly get out of sticky situations. Thanks for covering it.
What an absolute waste of money, resources and co2.
Does it void the Tesla warranty 🤔
I'm not sure how it would
I thought the company said that if you send them back the piece that stuck with the car, they’ll send you a replacement for free. Could you inquire?
What happens if you just say "unlock charge port" and drive away?? Won't the charger just slide out of the car??
Does it work on the Cybertruck?
I'm gonna bring it on our road trip and see (if they deliver in time...)
I’m also curious if this works on a CT. Needs a short for this.
You can’t shoot a fire or a tornado. Silliness is everywhere.Hopefully EV Ject fixes the issue with the connecter protecting shroud doesn’t disconnect from the charger cable end when it breaks away.
I bought one of these. Major problems. When connecting to my home charger for a test, it maxes out at 16 of the available 48 amps and displays the message " Charge port latch not engaged. Fully insert charge cable or check for obstruction." It did the same thing at a Supercharger and said that the charge would take 8 hours. FYI, my car is a 2022 Model S.
I would contact them for a replacement. DM me on X or email me dirtyteslayt @ Gmail if they don't help you out.
Tesla should just add an option to unlock the charger from the screen with a disclaimer that it's only meant for emergencies and we may be liable if the cord or connector is damaged.
I'll stick with my J frame, pepperspray, bright flashlight. I'm not looking for issues but if they come my way i'll be ready, with non lethal as well as lethal force options to respond to whatever the situation calls for. Otherwise no one will see or hear I have any of that. Ps bright light with strobe is better for dogs imho if you have a dog yourself. You dont want to pepperspray your own pup to defend it, and yourself. And the second you spray anywhere near you, all dogs in the area will be impacted by it, including your own. Bright, strobe capable light overloads aggro dogs system and they just back away not being able to see anything for a few moments
Thanks for the tip. My dog and I were attacked as a kid and I was lucky that a kick got the offending dog to back off before too much damage happened. I started bringing pepper spray when I would run because ppl didn't leash their dogs and they'd chase me in the street lol
@@DirtyTesla its sad so many owners dont leash especially with aggressive dogs they swear are friendly. Or even strays in some areas. My light broke up a fight between 2 massive great pyrenees (100+ lbs) in under 3 seconds at my mother in laws last xmas, she was trying to stop them to no avail, I remembered the light in my pocket and it was over as soon as it strobed them. They just looked confused and stopped
The charging station is also moving back and forth, probably not the best for the station
I thought is cost worth it if I have to buy and replace ERVject if and when used ..... from their website . EVject strives to maintain high-quality production and also cover the cost of warranty replacements for its parts. In addition, if you use the device in any emergency situation whatsoever, you can send us the footage from your camera, and we send you **one free replacement**. Your safety is our top priority.
I could get robbed for way cheaper by a thief 😂 $1 won’t get him far.
😂
I think you must not be getting V12 so you have to start doing these product reviews. What do you think the deal is with the OG testers not being included in the early rollout?
I think it's a PR protection move. Especially for areas with snow still on the ground as I bet they haven't fed it snow covered video yet.
only in the USA...
It's really speaks to the state of a country that things like this are required. For natural disasters, this is not required. No natural disaster will require you to drive away in a seconds notice. There really are very few situations where this would be useful, but I do see how this could give some people more piece of mind. All in all, piece of mind is more important than actual usability.
Since this country is safer than at any point in its history, I don't think it speaks to the 'state' of the country much.
USA is turning into a rotten Apple. Outside still looks good, but the inside is rotten. That’s what happens when you destroy your middle class, don’t properly educate your kids, and lose your social mobility. Two class societies like the ones that exist in Latin America, places like Haiti, or Africa are dangerous places. We care more about our corporations than our people (for instance individuals have SALT Tax limits versus corporations for unlimited SALT taxes). Now we can’t even charge our cars without worrying about getting mugged.
Are you able to connect a Karen Lock (Karen lock is what allows it to not be taken out by someone when the car is locked) to the cable?
They obviously mean use the weapon offensively not defensively like the majority of times a weapon is taken out in a self defense situation.
Playing the devil's advocate here. Since it has a designed snap off point. Would it enable someone to forcibly disconnect the charger? For example by kicking?
The As Seen On TV scammers got to Dirty 😂
If you are so lazy to put the cable back, go back to gas
What happens if you floor it in a Plaid, would the force pull the dispenser too much? That one wobbled quite a bit when you drove away slowly
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Not sure that was good for the charger/cable
*$300? Pass...*
Sick society 😢
Thank you for pointing out the lunacy of those who seem to think every danger can and should be averted with a gun.
Life-threatening danger ought to be faced with force.
You cannot eject the plug over the Tesla tablet or phone or just building the plug so that driving away is safe (I mean people might forget to unplug it)? I sometimes wonder what Tesla's developers are doing all day...
Sounds like the perfect product for hysterical Americans 😂 … luckily I live in Europe 🇪🇺 … I never even thought about this. Nevertheless you guys have a brocken social net and crazy gun laws, but at east you have FSD12 :) … I would not trade one against the other I envy you for FSD 😊.
lmao you are a clown
If you feel a place in unsafe, just don't charge there.
You don't always have a choice, especially on road trips
lol@@The_DuMont_Network
The people who are calling this dumb don't know what this is. Watch the video in the link. This is a safety device that allows you to be able to disconnect from a charger in dangerous areas without having to get out of the car. A lot of the time, these chargers can be in very sketchy areas. And at night, you are a sitting duck. By design, you must exit the car and remove the charger before you can drive off and leave. This is preferable most of the time and has its benefits. But in edge cases, it can put the driver in harms way by FORCING them to exit the vehicle to be able to escape and leave the scene. This allows the driver to have an out without putting them in harms way with minimal damage. Again, it's meant for emergencies only. Even gas pumps have emergency disconnects. More so to protect the pumps from stupid people. But there is documented cases of people driving off for their own saftey vs. sheer dumb forgetfulness.
The only dumb thing about this product is its price. For something thats only useful in edge cases its overpriced.
Expensive but I guess if it were life or death it’s worth it. Now just need a cheap solution for when it’s raining.
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Bigger question, does testing it cause any damage to the SC? Dude... You should have placed a mat to absorb that fall...
I think Zak and Jesse from the Know You Know channel were the first channel to do a review of that product along with a few others that they reviewed on their Now Lets review channel. just some food for thought if interested.
You have no idea how absurd this whole video seems from the perspective of a European...
And an Aussie! Haha
Not cool to potentially wreck a Supercharger station for some referal kickbacks. You can do better!
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Definitely sounded bad....ugh.
Are you turning your channel into an Infomercial?
I literally said "do not use my referral code"
I approached them to show this product as I thought it was a good idea
I talk realistically about Tesla. Most of the time it's good as I like what they do and it's why I made an entire channel about them.
But realistic means sometimes things are bad, like this czcams.com/video/jqp3F75g6s4/video.html
There are plenty of other negative videos that CZcams probably didn't suggest to you. And read the comments there, they say "wow he only talks negatively about Tesla" 😂
The other person deleted their comment so I look silly with my video link just fyi lol
Tesla needs an abort button.
I’m sorry, but I got so bored about the explanation that I just decided not to see all the video…
I bought one, too, and am grateful to have it!
Thanks for destroying the super charger pins especially on a rare magic dock charger
So did you buy a new one? or Did you go buy a 38 special for $250 and save some money. LOL
My gun is much bigger than that
Channel seems to be turning into an infomercial..
I figured some people would feel that way which is why I explained the reason for making the video and encouraged ppl to NOT use my referral link. All I can say is the videos are clearly titled to let you know what they are about before you spend any of your time on them.
What a sad country where you may consider one of these necessary.
lmao
This is a very bad idea on so many levels...
Dang that's interesting, i always thought this was stupid, but i understand how it works and in what scenarios it could be life saving, really good job on EVject to create this accesory, honestly weird it does not come standard with a Tesla
And that’s why I keep my Tesla in a quiet neighborhood in Florida. I don’t know how you West Coast people live with that crime.
I live in Michigan lol. And crime can happen anywhere
All fine and well. Do you never go on long trips?
Nobody is going to buy this at this price
Much too expensive. Get a can of mace or pepper spray, much less expensive.
What is pepper spray going to do? lmao
Didn't know it's so bad in US that everyone has to carry guns to protect themselves.
Didn't know that wherever you live your government has such a hold on you that you aren't able to protect yourself lmao
This is such a dumb product. The tests you guys are doing could damage the supercharger as well.
Why do you think its dumb?
This screams, “main character syndrome.”
Did all those gun toters just see what happened to the guy that killed a girl for accidentally driving into his driveway?
Yes? He used deadly force unlawfully and is dealing with the consequences. What is your point?
Your country is insane if that kind of product is needed
And your country has NO criminals, thieves, highway robbers, or any other dangerous people? Please tell me where you live, I might consider it.
Denmark.@@The_DuMont_Network
I have visited about 20 countries and have never felt unsafe… until I visited America. The mindset of people there is bizarre! This product is definitely made for them! lol
America is a sick society.
Because a company released a product that could protect you in the highly unlikely event of danger, kind of like door locks? Or does your oh so perfect country not have those? Get off your high horse lmao
Damaging public property😢
So stupid. This solves one scenario of danger.
Buy a gun for 500 and be protected in all scenarios
Watch the whole video 😂 🔫🔫
Looks from your handle like you are dutch. Carrying a loaded gun in your car for no reason, is very dangerous. The police would arrest you for that in the Netherlands. Unless you will shoot your way out of that.
If you think it is ok to start shooting because you are scared is in any way ok, you have a serious mental problem, and I recommend getting help.
The reason is self defense and their last name is dutch not where they are from.@@JensPilemandOttesen
If you are going to experiment with Tesla's chargers you should at least put some foam padding on the charger handle. Hitting the ground that hard is a great way to break it.
"There are many situations that shooting someone isn't appropriate." You clearly have no knowledge of firearms and or self defense. If the known presence of your firearm isn't enough to deter a threat then you are very likely being threatened with a deadly weapon and would lawfully be able to defend yourself. "Do you really want to have to shoot somebody?" If they are endangering the life of myself, my friends or family, or people around me then yes. I wouldn't hesitate to eliminate that threat. Also, yes my 9mm can be effective against a moose. Just because you dont trust yourself to protect yourself doesn't mean others can't. If you are sooooo scared to charge then don't charge in public or buy a different vehicle. If you use this product be prepared to pay likely several thousand to fix the damaged supercharger. This product is ridiculous lol