Denial of claims regarding home charging for electric vehicles

The Presidency's Directorate of Communications Center for Combating Disinformation (DMM) has reported that claims suggesting a new ban has been introduced on charging electric vehicles in homes, apartment buildings, or residential complex parking lots do not reflect the truth.

In its statement, the DMM noted that some social media accounts have been sharing posts claiming that a new regulation has been enacted regarding the home charging of electric vehicles, that existing chargers will be removed, and that those who charge their vehicles at home will face fines of hundreds of thousands of liras.

Emphasizing that these claims contain disinformation, the statement said, "There is absolutely no ban on charging electric vehicles in homes, apartment buildings, or residential complex parking lots."

The DMM stated that the purpose of the regulations is to prevent unauthorized, non-project-compliant, and technically improper individual interventions in the electrical installations of multi-story buildings. The statement noted that this framework aims to protect the life and property safety of citizens by preventing fire and accident risks.

It was stated that in buildings with more than two independent units, charging units must be installed with the knowledge of the building management, by obtaining the necessary permits, and by making project modifications if needed. It was emphasized that these installations must comply with the approved project and technical safety standards.

The statement clarified that the alleged fines do not stem from a new restriction on charging electric vehicles at home, but are related to violations of existing legislation such as off-meter connections, illegal, or improper electricity usage.

The DMM urged citizens not to give credence to baseless posts that aim to create panic and distrust by distorting technical regulations, and to only take into account statements from official authorities.

News Source: 12punto