The International Energy Agency’s data made it abundantly evident that 4,125 catch fire annually.
Apartment buildings and several office buildings across South Korea are now taking necessary precautions against fire hazards following the unplugged fire of an opulent Mercedes Benz EV. About 200 households had to be evacuated as a result of the situation’s high seriousness, according to the Fortune.
The event happened in Seoul’s west, when power and water disruptions put over 700 individuals in risk. Over 140 cars were damaged in the incident, and 23 individuals were hospitalized, according to the fire authorities. Most notably, committees in apartment buildings have cautioned EV owners to exercise extreme caution when their cars are charging, and several office building parking lots and housing societies have banned the entry of any electric vehicle.
The International Energy Agency’s data made it abundantly evident that 4,125 electric automobiles catch fire annually. India also saw multiple two-wheelers from well-known brands, including Ola and Ather, catch fire in 2022–2023 and kill people. The occurrence begs the question: is it safe for individuals to choose electric vehicles (EVs) in light of the rising investments and awareness of EV purchases worldwide?
The tragedy has taken the people of South Korea by surprise at a time when the global growth of EV sales is declining. Due to some unfavorable perceptions about buying EVs, conventional gasoline-powered cars are still far more in demand. This is due to fire mishaps, expensive upfront expenses, and the continued lack of knowledge surrounding the adoption of EVs.
