Vandalism and Theft at EV Charging Stations on the Rise
Vandalism and theft at electric vehicle (EV) charging stations have become a growing problem in Germany, with a significant increase in reported incidents in recent months.
According to news agency dpa, operator EnBW recorded over 900 cases of cable theft at more than 130 locations since the start of the year, resulting in damages of several million euros.
- Cable theft is a major issue, with the resale value of copper contained in the charging cables being a possible motive.
- However, EnBW suspects that some cases may be driven by
hostility towards e-mobility
, given the relatively low financial gain.
Other operators have also reported a significant increase in incidents in 2025, highlighting the need for increased security measures to protect EV charging stations.
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