Warning to South Africans using extension cords to charge electric cars

• South African drivers should avoid using cheap products and setups that allow excessive heat to build up when using extension cords with portable EV chargers.
• Many EV and charging equipment manufacturers strongly discourage the use of extension cords with portable chargers, as they can increase the risk of cables or plugs overheating.
• The maximum charging speed of portable chargers is around 3.7kW, and continuously pulling 16A through an extension cord could overheat the cable's core or the plug point.