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Batteries: China Sets New Safety Standards to Alleviate Electric Vehicle Fire Fears

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Beijing, China — The surge in electric vehicle adoption has been accompanied by rising concerns over safety, particularly regarding the risk of battery fires. As part of a proactive measure to address these fears, China has announced a stringent new safety standard for electric vehicle batteries that will take effect in July 2026. This regulation … Read more

Inmate Chooses Firing Squad over Lethal Injection or Electric Chair in South Carolina Execution Battle

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Orangeburg, South Carolina – A death row inmate in South Carolina has chosen to be executed by firing squad, following the state’s first death by bullets just five weeks prior. Mikal Mahdi, 41, convicted of killing a police officer in 2004, opted for the firing squad over lethal injection or the electric chair as his … Read more

Terrorism Targets Tesla: Extremists Launch Attacks on Electric Car Brand

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Las Vegas, Nevada – The aftermath of Donald Trump’s second presidential victory ignited broad expectations of increasing political divisions in America. Few, however, could have predicted that the flashpoint would involve electric cars. Tesla, once embraced by alternative energy advocates, has now become an unexpected target of political violence, as electrics have been torched, shot … Read more

Recalled LG electric ranges pose fire hazard, lead to injuries and pet deaths

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Cincinnati, Ohio – A recent announcement by U.S. officials revealed that approximately 500,000 electric ranges have been recalled due to safety concerns. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, over 28 fires have been reported, resulting in minor injuries and even several pet deaths. The recall specifically targets LG slide-in and freestanding electric ranges … Read more

Explosion Leaves Eversource Electric Worker with Serious Injuries

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Bedford, Massachusetts – An Eversource electric worker in Bedford, Massachusetts, was seriously injured in an explosion while working on power lines. The incident occurred during routine maintenance activities, leaving the worker with severe burns and other injuries. Emergency responders were quick to the scene and transported the worker to a nearby hospital for treatment. The … Read more

Electric car explosion sparks EV-phobia investigation

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Bangkok, Thailand – A recent incident involving an electric car explosion has sparked widespread concern about the safety of electric vehicles. Police are currently investigating the cause of the explosion while people express growing fear, a phenomenon known as “EV-phobia.” The incident took place in a residential area, where an electric car suddenly exploded, causing … Read more

Electric Vehicle Investigated for Boulder Garage Explosion on Emerald Road

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BOULDER, Colo. – An investigation is underway by authorities in Boulder to determine the cause of a recent garage explosion. Firefighters from Boulder Fire-Rescue responded to a call over the weekend on Emerald Road where they found smoke and subsequently an explosion. Reports indicate that a Volvo electric SUV was present inside the garage during … Read more

Recall: 300,000 Electric Skateboards Pose Crash Hazard and Lead to Fatalities

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Rochester, New York – A recall has been issued for 300,000 self-balancing electric skateboards after reports of multiple deaths linked to a crash hazard. The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall due to concerns that the skateboards can stop balancing the rider if the limits of the board are exceeded, resulting … Read more

Recall: Onewheel Electric Skateboards Linked to Fatalities

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San Jose, California – Future Motion, the manufacturer of Onewheel electric skateboards, has initiated a full recall of all its e-skateboard models following reports linking the products to four fatalities, as stated by a federal safety agency. The decision to recall the Onewheel electric skateboards comes after the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission urged Future … Read more

Recall Alert: Onewheel Electric Skateboards Pose Serious Injury Risk, Prompting Company to Roll Out Firmware Update

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Santa Cruz, California – All models of Onewheel electronic skateboards are being recalled by the maker, Future Motion, following reports of injuries and deaths. The recall includes 300,000 self-balancing skateboards, as the US Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a warning due to the potential crash hazard posed by the skateboards. This hazard can result in … Read more