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EV owner exposes troubling trend cropping up at public charging stations: 'I'm not sure what else they can do'

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A UK driver's two-day road trip turned into a frustrating hunt for a working EV charger.

The driver took to Reddit to detail their infuriating attempt to find a charger on a recent road trip.

Fast-charging EV cables are often made of copper, which is a lucrative metal to trade in for thieves looking for quick cash.

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