Revolutionizing the EV Charging Experience: Hansshow's New Supercharger Extension Cable
Are you tired of the hassle of finding a Supercharger station and dealing with the limitations of your EV's charging port?
But here's where it gets controversial... While Tesla's Superchargers are widely accessible, they were primarily designed for Tesla EVs, which can be a problem for owners of other EVs, including those made by Ford, Rivian, and General Motors.
And this is the part most people miss... The solution to this problem is not just about convenience, but also about safety. The first-generation Hansshow NACS to CCS1 extension cable had a dangerous design flaw that could lead to a massive electric arc, which can be extremely dangerous.
Now, Hansshow has come out with the second generation of its NACS to CCS1 extension cable, which fixes all of its predecessor's problems and even goes further with more improvements. The new cable is available in 5- and 8-foot lengths, and it's rated for 1,000 volts and 350 amps continuous, which is a significant upgrade from the initial product.
But how does this new two-in-one EV accessory work in the real world? InsideEVs contributor Tom Moloughney put it to the test. With the first generation, he couldn't recharge his Rivian R1S, and using it with a Ford F-150 Lightning resulted in a slightly longer session. Now, the second version showed no noticeable difference from using a simple NACS to CCS1 adapter, which is good news.
However, there are some important considerations to keep in mind. The product Tom tested is not the final version, and the price is quite steep at $629 for the 5-foot version and $729 for the 8-foot version. Additionally, Tesla and other automakers recommend against using charging adapters that have not been approved by them, so if anything were to go wrong during a charging session, the car's warranty would be voided.
So, while Hansshow's new Supercharger extension cable is a significant improvement over its predecessor, it's essential to consider the potential risks and limitations before making a purchase. What do you think? Is it worth the investment for the convenience it offers?
