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2024-09-29 08:56:27 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 6BEBD0DF52BC20EDD346146B91DE6EDFF1550612816A43AE1023CEA88BF5D506
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NNN Although EVs have a lower chance of catching fire compared to ICE vehicles, exposure to salt water has increased risks for BEVs.“Exposure to salt water caused 21 electric vehicles to catch fire in 2022 with Hurricane Ian, and at least half a dozen due to Hurricane Idalia.” https://www.hagerty.com/media/news/salt-water-poses-fresh-concerns-over-electric-cars-and-fire/
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