With recent hurricanes hitting the U.S., we discuss whether a flooded electric vehicle is more prone to becoming a fire hazard.
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I had ALWAYS asked the question what will happen what hybrids and any EV’s are driven in not only hurricane flooded tidal surges but also any heavy rain storm where certain sections of the roads tend to flood and we drive our vehicles through them just to keep going on the road. These batteries are located so low to the ground on the undercarriage that water intrusion is enevitable under certain circumstances. This is what gives me great pause as to ever buying a hybrid or EV.
All 10 skilled pros are sitting there going money money money, or he’ll no drying is not safe loom and motor and battery will have to be replaced…. I.e. Time to buy a new car
So, stay with me here. Boats…you know…things that float, stay in water….perhaps…call me crazy….we could borrow some of their ideas. Just a thought.
Dang, so EVs and hybrids are possible ticking time bombs even after checking to ensure dryness?
Hey, hey, ho, ho, EVs have got to go!