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7 stories tagged ev-safety on EV Digest.

Tesla Semi Fire in California Renews Scrutiny Over Electric Class 8 Truck Reliability

A Tesla Semi caught fire without an apparent collision along Interstate 880 in Northern California, shutting down evening traffic and renewing safety concerns around the commercial hauler. The incident highlights the steep learning curve emerging electric truckmakers face when designing heavy-duty vehicles for demanding fleet duty cycles. As investigators evaluate the cause of the blaze, early reliability issues pose fresh questions for operators considering electric Class 8 conversions.

October 31, 2026CleanTechnicaTesla

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Mercedes-Benz Stages T-Bone Crash Test to Prove CLA EV Battery and Passenger Safety

Mercedes-Benz conducted a high-impact internal crash test by ramming a hybrid CLA prototype into an all-electric CLA sedan at 35 mph. The exercise was designed to evaluate passenger protection and inspect the high-voltage battery's structural resilience during a severe side impact. Engineers reported that the passenger cell remained intact and the electric vehicle's automatic high-voltage shutoff triggered as intended.

October 21, 2026Motor1Mercedes-Benz

Ownership

That Sci-Fi Whir From Low-Speed EVs Is a Crucial Safety Feature

The distinctive, often futuristic sound emitted by electric vehicles at low speeds isn't a design quirk or a mechanical hum; it's a mandatory Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS). This system was implemented to protect vulnerable road users, like pedestrians and cyclists, who might not hear a nearly silent EV approaching.

September 21, 2026Motor1

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Lucid Air Owners Urged to Park Outside Due to Potential Fire Risk, Over 27,000 Vehicles Recalled

Lucid Motors has issued a recall affecting more than 27,000 Air sedans over concerns of a potential fire risk. Owners are being advised to park their vehicles outdoors and away from structures until the necessary repairs can be completed. This recall, primarily impacting models from 2022 to 2024, addresses a potential issue with the battery contactor that could lead to overheating.

August 28, 2026Road & TrackLucid

Regulation

China Orders Recall for Tesla, Other EVs Over Retracting Door Handle Safety

Chinese regulators have issued a major recall impacting Tesla and eight other electric vehicle manufacturers. The safety directive addresses concerns that retractable door handles can malfunction after a collision, potentially trapping occupants inside their vehicles.

August 21, 2026New York Times - TechnologyTesla

Battery

Advanced Materials Key to Next-Gen EV Battery Thermal Management

Optimizing electric vehicle battery performance and safety hinges on sophisticated thermal management. A new webinar explores how innovative materials, including specialized adhesives and gap fillers, can be engineered into the battery design itself to maintain optimal operating temperatures and enhance protection.

August 18, 2026Charged EVsH.B. Fuller

Ownership

I-CAR Launches High-Voltage EV Safety Training for Collision Repair

A new I-CAR course aims to standardize electric vehicle repair training, providing automotive technicians with essential skills for safely handling high-voltage systems. Supported by major vehicle manufacturers, this initiative addresses critical safety gaps in the collision repair industry as EV adoption grows.

June 22, 2026Electric Autonomy CanadaI-CAR

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7 stories tagged ev-safety on EV Digest.

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