Govt procures over 300 fire blankets to handle burning EVs


KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 27 fire cases involving electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars were recorded by the Fire and Rescue Department from 2023 to July this year.

Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Aiman ​​Athirah Sabu said while EVs can help reduce dependence on fossil fuels and are more environmentally friendly, they still pose a significant fire risk.

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