Episode 2
Mistakes Most Drivers Don’t Know They’re Making
Most drivers assume that plugging their phone into the car means it’s charging efficiently—but in reality, many vehicles deliver far less power than people realize. In this episode of Power Pod Live!, host Bill Stevens breaks down the most common and costly mistakes people make when charging their phones in the car. From low-power factory USB ports to cheap chargers, overlooked cables, and heat-related battery damage, this episode explains why phones charge slowly, overheat, or even lose battery while driving.
You’ll learn:
- Why car charging works differently than charging at home
- How low-quality chargers quietly damage battery health Why your charging cable matters more than you think
- What “fast charging” actually requires in a vehicle
- How heat affects phone batteries during everyday driving
- How to build a safer, more reliable car charging setup
Whether you rely on navigation, music streaming, or hands-free calls, this episode will help you understand how to charge smarter, protect your battery, and avoid common mistakes that shorten device lifespan. Power Pod Live! is the podcast where everyday technology—especially mobile power—finally makes sense.