- Cut-Resistant Cables:
- Launching in mid-2025.
- Constructed with materials engineered to resist cutting while maintaining flexibility.
- Designed to minimize outages due to cable vandalism, which account for about 4% of failures.
- ChargePoint Protect Alarm System:
- Free for activation starting this month.
- Utilizes existing charger speakers, screens, and lights.
- Detects cable tampering in real time and triggers alarms.
Although cable issues are a minor cause of station outages, their impact is significant enough for ChargePoint to develop solutions aimed at reducing these incidents. The combination of robust cables and an advanced alarm system enhances security and reliability for EV users.
ChargePoint is upgrading its EV charging stations with cut-resistant cables and a sophisticated alarm system. These innovations aim to deter theft and vandalism, ensuring reliable charging services across their network.
