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posted ago by Narg ago by Narg +49 / -0

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/investigations/thieves-now-targeting-one-pricey-electric-car-part/3187391/

Yet another weak link in the EV chain.


"A guy tried to break into my car [to steal the charging cord]... but a neighbor stopped him. Within a few weeks, two other neighbors had theirs taken," posted another resident.

"I never had a concern about charging my car in the driveway. I've had electric cars for eight years, and never had a problem," Schneiderman told NBC4.

And replacing his stolen cable was pricey at $2,700, though charging cords for other EVs are less.