The charging cable is doing what it should, but is not suitable for newer smartphones. The reason is the insufficient mA Ladung.500 are not enough if a navigation is used and to connect the device via Bluetooth with his radio. Personally I also noticed that the cigarette lighter plug for not properly passt.Leichte touches already lead to separation of the connection and you will no longer be loaded. For few Euros but it is okay and sufficient as an interim solution.