SEVR EV Portable Charger (10A)
Type 210 A max2.3 kW~13 km/h4.5 mIP66
A genuine 10 A plug for any standard outlet you have permission to use. Lives in the boot.
$183.99Lowest price in Australia · free shipping · 3-year warranty
Add to cartIf you park on the street, don't run a charging cable across the footpath: it's a trip hazard, you'd be liable if someone fell, and most councils don't allow it without permission. Instead, combine charging where the car already sits for hours, such as work, a friend's or family member's driveway, or a destination, with public AC and DC chargers. A portable charger with a 10 A plug makes any off-street outlet you're allowed to use into a charger.
- Don't cable the footpath. Check your council's rules; most say no.
- At work: ask about an outlet in the car park and use the SEVR 10A portable charger.
- Weekly fast charge: one 30-minute DC session covers a typical week of city driving.
- Moving soon? Off-street parking with an outlet is the single biggest convenience upgrade.
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Charging plans for street parkers
| Option | Typical cost | What you need | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workplace outlet | Often free or a small fee | Permission and a 10 A portable charger | Commuters parked 8+ hours |
| Friend or family driveway | Their electricity rate | Permission, a 10 A charger, no extension lead | Weekend top-ups |
| Public AC (7–22 kW) | Varies; often per kWh or per hour | The car's Type 2 cable or the station's tethered cable | Shopping, gym, cinema |
| Public DC fast | Usually several times home rates | Nothing extra | A quick weekly fill |
| Kerbside council chargers | Varies | A nearby installation | Some inner-city areas |
Why not the footpath?
The footpath cable problem
A cable across a public footpath is a trip hazard, especially at night and for people with prams, wheelchairs or low vision. If someone is injured you could be liable. Councils generally treat it as an obstruction; a few have trialled permits, cable covers or kerbside chargers. Ask your council before you do anything, and don't rely on a cable cover alone.
Make it work
Five habits that make street-parking EV ownership easy
- Charge where you stop anyway: work, the gym, the supermarket.
- Keep a portable charger in the boot for any outlet you're allowed to use.
- Plan one fast-charge stop a week rather than many small ones.
- Use the car's app to find and pre-condition for chargers.
- Ask your landlord or strata about an outlet in a shared car park.
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Questions
Frequently asked
Can I run an EV charging cable across the footpath?
Generally no. It's a trip hazard you'd be liable for, and most councils don't allow it without permission. Check your council's rules.
How do I charge an EV if I live in a unit without a garage?
Use outlets where you're allowed to (work, family, shared car parks with permission) with a portable charger, and public chargers for the rest. See our strata guide for shared car parks.
Is owning an EV without home charging worth it?
It can be, if you have reliable charging at work or nearby public chargers. Running costs are higher than home charging but often still below petrol.
Can I charge at work with a portable charger?
Yes, with your employer's permission and an outlet in good condition near your car space. Plug straight in, never through an extension lead.
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