Scientists showcase solution to prevent electric car batteries from catching fire Researchers in South Korea have developed an innovative lithium-metal battery that automatically shuts down in the ...

If electric vehicles are to become truly mainstream ... When there are regular stories of cars from various automakers catching fire, it's easy to understand people's reluctance to adopt.

As deadly blazes continue to rage in the Los Angeles area, officials are grappling with new hazards amid the rubble: damaged batteries, including those from electric vehicles and home storage systems.

A fire in the battery of a hybrid electric vehicle forced the evacuation of several dozen homes in Ojai on Saturday.

Fire chiefs say the public must be told about the huge fire risks posed by electric vehicles, as the Government presses ahead with a ban on new petrol and diesel cars. Damaged vehicles could burst ...

There is little evidence of electric cars exploding or catching fire at a higher rate than ICE vehicles. In fact, the Tesla Model S is one of the highest-ranked cars in the Euro NCAP, being one of ...

With the adoption of electric vehicles increasing in India ... What can you do to reduce the chances of your electric vehicle catching fire? While it is not completely possible to reduce the ...

Researchers in South Korea have developed an innovative lithium-metal battery that automatically shuts down in the event of overheating, reducing the risk of fire in electric vehicles. Based at ...