Allentown Electric Car Accident Lawyer

WHAT DANGERS COULD ELECTRIC CARS POSE?

There is no doubt the traditional vehicles are dangerous. Cars that take gasoline are at risk of catching fire or exploding in the event an accident occurs. Electric vehicles do not have gasoline, but they do have risks. They still pose fire and explosion hazards. These vehicles are powered by lithium-ion batteries, similar to ones in cell phones, but much larger. These batteries can and have caused major injuries to drivers and passengers, as well as to others on the roadway around electric vehicles.

Electric vehicles are still a fairly new technology, and car companies are still working to make them as safe as possible. Many companies produce electric vehicles, and many more are planning to do so in the near future. However, when we turn to the most well-known producer of electric cars, Tesla, we can see that even they have had to put out specific safety notices. Tesla says that electric vehicles pose different risks to first responders than traditional vehicles. These risks revolve around the fire and explosion hazards of the batteries.

If an electric vehicle catches fire while the vehicle is in motion, it could lead to a crash resulting in severe injuries, including:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Broken or dislocated bones
• Severe lacerations or amputations
• Internal organ damage
• Internal bleeding
• Severe burns from the lithium-ion battery

If an electric vehicle catches fire at a home, business, or another area while parked, it could lead to significant property damage.

Many companies have worked to mitigate the risks posed to drivers and passengers. They continually strive for improved, lower-risk batteries. Tesla, Nissan, and Ford have battery cooling systems in place that operate while the car is in use.

However, there are still many unknowns about electric vehicles, and those harmed due to electric vehicle incidents should be able to secure compensation.