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Why Boiling Water with Your EV Charger Isn’t a Good Idea
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Why Boiling Water with Your EV Charger Isn’t a Good Idea

Imagine this: You're craving that perfect cup of hot tea, but you've forgotten to boil water. In the past, your only option would have been to use an electric kettle or wait for one to heat up on the stove. But now, with more people switching to EVs and Level 2 chargers at home, some folks are getting creative. They're rigging up adapters that let them boil water using their car's charging cable.Key TakeawaysYou can use a British kettle with your EV charger if you build an adapter and have the right receptacle.The setup boils water almost twice as fast compared to regular American kettles, but it's not practical or safe for everyday use.YouTube stars like Alec Watson from Technology Connections are experimenting with these setups purely for entertainment value.And while the idea of boiling...