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Are Electric Vehicles a Fire Danger?

Recent fire in UK airport parking lot highlights the thermal runaway fire potential of EV batteries.

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Dr. Matthew Wielicki
Oct 12, 2023
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Fire potential for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle…

The potential for fire in an internal combustion engine vehicle largely depends on the fuel type and the conditions under which it's exposed. Let's break down the combustion potential for gasoline (petrol) and diesel fuels:

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