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Vol. 12 No. 05 (2025)
International Multidisciplinary Journal for Research & Development

Articles

POSSIBLE CAUSES OF FIRES IN ELECTRIC VEHICLES AND FIRE EXTINGUISHING RULES

Published 2025-05-05

  • Abdazimov Shavkat Khakimovich, N.P.Yuldasheva

Abdazimov Shavkat Khakimovich, N.P.Yuldasheva
Associate Professor of Tashkent State Transport University, Senior teacher of Tashkent State Transport University

Abstract

Fires in electric vehicles (EVs) can be caused by battery malfunctions, thermal runaway, manufacturing defects, overcharging, accidents, or poor maintenance. Lithium-ion batteries, commonly used in EVs, pose specific fire risks due to their high energy density. Once ignited, these fires are intense and difficult to extinguish. Fire extinguishing rules emphasize using large amounts of water or special Class D extinguishers, isolating the vehicle, and ensuring thermal management.

Keywords

EV fires, battery, thermal runaway, lithium-ion, overcharging, extinguishing, re-ignition, safety.

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