Choosing the right EV Charger

If you have ordered your first electric vehicle you will need a type 2 charger, so now you need to decide if you would prefer a tethered or untethered charger. Here are the pros and cons...

Tethered EV Chargers

Pros:

• More convenient, cable always ready for charging

• Cable cannot be removed from the unit during charging

Cons:

• Can look messy if time is not taken to wrap the cable up

• A damaged cable will need replacing by a professional

Untethered EV Chargers

Pros:

• Usually smaller and tidier as cables can be stored in your EV

• A damaged cable can be unplugged and replaced

Cons:

• Less convenient to remove the cable after each charging session