Personal Light Electric Vehicle (PLEV) Battery Safety Research Final Report

Summary

The rapid growth of Personal Light Electric Vehicles (PLEVs) in the UK has led to a concerning rise in lithium-ion battery fires, with incidents in London increasing from two in 2017 to 178 in 2023. This report was commissioned to investigate the causes of these safety risks through literature review, stakeholder consultation, legislative analysis, and extensive testing of various PLEV batteries. The research, now completed, revealed significant safety deficiencies in lower-priced batteries and proposes comprehensive actions to improve product safety through consistent legislation and updated standards.

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