EV charger cable thefts for copper hurt companies, customers

Thieves caught on Electrify America charging station cameras in Seattle. (COURTESY OF ELECTRIFY AMERICA.)

July 18, 2024 12:48 PM

Chopped charging cables for a few pounds of raw copper is yet another hurdle for electric vehicle drivers trying to use public stations. And it's on the rise in some areas.

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