Charging a battery-powered car from a non-earthed household socket can potentially cause a painful electric shock. How does it come about – and whether it is really dangerous.
Electromobility: Electric shock when charging
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Charging a battery-powered car from a non-earthed household socket can potentially cause a painful electric shock. How does it come about – and whether it is really dangerous.