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For those saying that EV cars are more likely to explode (than gas cars), here is the Google AI overview:

No, electric vehicles (EVs) are significantly less likely to catch fire than gas-powered cars. Studies have shown that internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles are 60 to over 100 times more likely to catch fire than EVs. While EV fires do happen and are concerning due to different fire behavior, they are far less frequent overall compared to gas cars.

EV vs. gas car fire risk
Lower overall risk: EVs have a much lower fire rate. For example, one study found that gasoline cars are 62 times more likely to catch fire than EVs, according to data cited on Quora. Another analysis found hybrid vehicles to be even more prone to fires than gasoline or electric cars.

Media coverage: EV fires receive disproportionate media attention because they are less common and the technology is newer, leading to a public perception that they are more dangerous than they are.

Familiarity: Gas car fires are so common that they are often not newsworthy, whereas an EV fire is considered a significant event, leading to more photos and reports of burning gas cars going unnoticed compared to EV fires.

Safety measures: EVs are built with multiple safety systems to prevent fires, including cooling systems, overcharging prevention, and firewalls. Battery packs are also designed with firewalls, cooling systems, and compartmentalization to limit the impact of a single cell failure.

How to stay safe
Use reputable manufacturers and follow all recommended safety guidelines.
Use manufacturer-approved chargers and avoid leaving the car charging unattended. [/quote]

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