Electric vehicle (EV) battery fires have risen sharply, sparking safety concerns across the globe. QBE, a prominent insurer, reported a 46% increase in UK EV battery fires in 2023. This alarming trend has caught the attention of safety experts and industry leaders alike. The UK fire brigades’ data paints a worrying picture. Car battery fires […]
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