Probably much cheaper there since most countries over there run 220-240v in residences so even at same 12 amps, their cars will charge at double the rate of US and that just may be enough for MOST people since at that rate it should be charging about 50miles/8hrs. 110v electric usage is quite unique to North American residences. (Even most COMMERCIAL NA power is 240 1p/480V 3p generally)