Breaking Home EV Charging Rules Could Cost £1,000 and Land You in Legal Trouble

Most electric car owners don’t know they could be breaking the law when charging at home. Running a charging cable from your house to your car – something thousands of EV owners do daily – could now result in a £70 fine or worse. The trouble started in 2022 when the Highway Code changed its rules. Think about your typical evening routine: you come home, park on the street, and plug in your car to charge overnight. This common practice could now be illegal if your cable crosses the pavement. “After using the charge point, you should return charging cables … Continue reading Breaking Home EV Charging Rules Could Cost £1,000 and Land You in Legal Trouble