{
  "id": 4982108,
  "title": "EV buyers must be taught about safe home charging, says trade group",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/ev-buyers-must-be-taught-about-safe-home-charging-says-trade-group",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-02T00:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/09/02/ev-buyers-must-be-taught-about-safe-home-charging-says-trade-group"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Federation of Malaysia Electric Vehicle Associations is urging buyers of electric vehicles to receive proper guidance on home charging. Jason Lee, the president of the organization, emphasized the importance of hiring competent and licensed installers recognized by the Energy Commission. He pointed out that many buyers received insufficient information about home charging, which sometimes led them to hire their own installers, increasing the risk of improper installation or using unsuitable chargers.\n\nLee compared the installation of EV chargers to that of water heaters or air conditioners, stating that they should be installed by qualified technicians following all necessary procedures. He also recommended that EV owners keep a fire extinguisher near the charger as an added safety measure. Overnight charging is safe if the charger and electrical system are in good condition, as the charger will automatically stop once the vehicle is fully charged, according to Lee.\n\nHe suggested that car companies should train their product experts or sales staff to provide adequate training to new EV owners. Lee said that many car brands do not do this currently. EV owners, he stressed, should also ask questions and seek further information to ensure they understand the proper setup and safety measures for home charging.",
  "summary": "The electric vehicles federation says new EV buyers should be given proper guidance on home charging, installation and suitable chargers.",
  "key_points": [],
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      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "EV buyers must be taught about safe home charging, says trade group",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/ev-buyers-must-be-taught-about-safe-home-charging-says-trade-group-4987375",
        "published": "2026-09-02T00:30:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}