Battery fires real risk for EV owners

Recent recalls of plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles, notably Jeeps, highlight a growing fire risk from battery and electrical system faults that can ignite even when vehicles are parked and turned off. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued warnings and recalls impacting millions of vehicles with ongoing repair delays, raising safety concerns for owners in dense living situations.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility.