It is worth noting that electric vehicles are more expensive and are currently heavier than the traditional average gas-powered car. However, a crucial question of safety still floats around the boat. Are electric vehicles dangerous in an accident?
“There are dozens of ‘pros and cons’ that need a debate on when evaluating electric vehicles, but one potential consideration is how these new vehicles compare to gas-powered vehicles in accident safety.”
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Risks of EVs in a crash
EVs are as safe as gasoline-powered cars with internal combustion engines but add a new safety risk when involved in a crash. Most electric vehicles use high-powered li-ion batteries, which commonly catch fire or explode.
There are also two dangers electric cars could pose, mainly high-voltage batteries that may lead to electrocution, and with lesser noise when powered on, they are more likely to collide with others.
However, these issues are very unlikely to happen every time because EVs undergo a series of tests before being released to the market.
“Electric vehicle batteries are mounted on electric vehicles after passing severe safety verification tests such as crash test, watertight test, immersion test, and combustion test, and deemed safe thanks to its design, which protects the battery from physical shock.”
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Electric cars also have many of the same safety features as traditional gasoline-powered cars, including airbags, seat belts, and crumple zones. Some electric vehicles also have safety features, such as pedestrian warning systems, which use sensors to detect pedestrians and alert drivers if they are in danger of colliding.
“Thanks to the ongoing development and research, there have not been serious electric vehicle incidents yet. However, it still required that electric vehicles are sure to be safer than internal combustion engine vehicles in every regard.”
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See Also:
- Tesla Model Y receives Safety Award from What Car?
- CATL and UL Solutions are advancing battery safety and efficiency
- US: NSTB chair voices safety issues with heavy EVs
- Volvo XC40 receives the highest possible safety rating in the updated IIHS Test
- The 2023 MG 4 electric car achieves a five-star safety rating in Europe
Though electric vehicles require less maintenance, a certified and authorized service provider to prevent danger or injuries has the right to do it. Furthermore, electric vehicles are pricier to repair because of the technologies and materials used to build them.
