E-bike explosions and the battery fire risk

<p>Electric vehicles, electric bikes and electric scooters are more prevalent and part of our lives.</p><p>But as we make the green transition, the dangers of the lithium-ion batteries that power these devices and many others are becoming more apparent. </p><p>They’re causing explosions and fires at homes across the country. </p><p>Today, Dr Matthew Priestley from the University of New South Wales discusses what causes the battery fires and how to reduce the risk.  </p><p>Featured: </p><p>Dr Matthew Priestley, Lead Technology Translator in the Energy Systems Research Group, University of New South Wales.</p>