Is in-car charging BAD for your phone?

I've heard some phone retailers say that because the current generated by cars are 'not stable', charging phones in-car will degenerate the battery - some even suggest it may damage the phone long-term.
Is this true/proven?
Is this more likely if you use third party in-car chargers, versus original Nokia in-car chargers?
Appreciate insights on this matter.
My E71 is such a battery hog with 3G Push Mail, that it's almost a given that I need to top-up the battery while on the go.
Thanks.

Hi asharom
As long as you use Nokia in-car charger and perhaps avoid connection when starter motor is being cranked, I can't really see a problem. Personally I have been using Nokia CK-300 which has an integral phone charging lead.
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