Tribe installs 16 Tesla charging stations near casino

Published 1:30 am Tuesday, July 25, 2017

ARLINGTON — The Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians recently installed new supercharging stations for Tesla electric vehicles.

It’s reportedly the most superchargers in one spot so far in Washington, Oregon or Idaho.

There are 16 superstations free to use for Tesla drivers. The stations provide up to 170 miles of range in 30 minutes or more of charging, according to Tesla Motors.

The Stillaguamish Tribe looks for ways to encourage technology that helps the environment, chairman Shawn Yanity said in a news release.

The charging stations are located near the gas station at the casino, 3438 Stoluckquamish Lane.