The EV Guard Charging Cable Security Clamp is designed to deter theives from stealing charging cables during use. This product start-up is being campaigned through Iindiegogo and pre-orders can be placed. Once the pledged amount is met, production will start with esitmated shipping being in December 2024.
See the progress of the launch on Indiegogo
The wheel clamp allows for a slot where the charging cable can be passed through and then locked together around the wheel like a traditional wheel clamp. The cable cannot be removed without damaging the cable or removing the clamp.
The product design is still changing and will be different for the launched product. One area is ensuring the materials used are resistance to attack from angle grinders and a high security lock is used to prevent lockpicking.
Once the design is formalised, suppliers will be contacted for costs and pre-production units purchased.
Through pre-ordering the product, you will receive regular updates on the events of the product and on product launch, you'll be the first to receive the charging cable security device.
Details of the current problem
The product is the first of its kind in securing electric vehicle charging cables. As countries like the UK are moving towards full electric car, the demand for this product will increase. Rising charging cable thefts due to the cost of the cables and the relative ease to get them from cars.
More than 108,205 EV’s where sold in 2020. EV market chare will grow to 100% through to 2035 due to the UK banning sales of ICE cars.
This product will help eliminate thefts of electric cables and secure the cable against wind or knocking.
Below are a several articles relating to charging cable thefts. As these cables can cost around £150 to £200 new or £70+ second hand, they represent a decent cash flow for thieves.
Electric vehicle charging cable theft is on the rise | Motoring News | Honest John
Now thieves have a new target - your electric car's charger cable | This is Money
Electric car charging cable theft could be the next car crime wave | What Car?
Now thieves are targeting electric vehicle charging cables - Green Flag