Are Electric Vehicles safe during Hurricane season?

Eco-friendly? Sure, but are electric vehicles hurricane-season friendly? “I do love this car, and it is so fun to drive,” said Lori Smith, a Tesla owner. “Though, yes, it has a battery that ... Read More

Tesla caught fire during hurricane flood: List of electric car safety tips - The News-Press

During Hurricane Idalia in 2023, which also made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region, there were not one, but two electric vehicle fires due to floodwaters near Tampa. Read More

Largo Fire Rescue gives tips on EV safety during hurricane season - ABC Action News

Largo Fire Rescue said if you see a hurricane in the forecast, you should charge your car ahead of time. PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Electric cars are becoming more popular, and local fire ... Read More

What new version of Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' could mean for EV car buyers and automakers

The One Big, Beautiful Bill Act was passed by the Senate. If the House passes the bill during reconciliation, American car buyers could lose out on major EV incentive. Read More

Saltwater is making electric cars 'blow up' after Hurricane Helene - MSN

Motorists are being urged to either move their cars or report them to authorities if it's not safe to do so. "If you have an electric vehicle or golf cart and it was exposed to salt water, it ... Read More

Hurricane Milton is almost here. Here's how to protect your vehicles - The News-Press

There were 21 electric vehicle-related fires after Hurricane Ian in 2022, two EV battery fires due to the floodwaters that followed Hurricane Idalia in 2023 and one very destructive EV battery ... Read More

FPL shares its 2025 hurricane preparedness checklist to help Floridians get ready for the next big storm

With the official start to the Atlantic Hurricane Season just days away, Florida Power & Light is urging all customers to be prepared before the storm hits home. Read More

Hurricane Helene floodwaters can damage EV batteries. Here's how - Sarasota Herald-Tribune

During Hurricane Idalia in 2023, which also made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region, there were not one, but two electric vehicle fires due to floodwaters near Tampa. “If you own a hybrid ... Read More

Why hurricanes like Milton increase risk of EV fires | Miami Herald

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that during Hurricane Ian in 2022, between 3,000 to 5,000 electric vehicles were impacted by the storm, with 600 being a total loss and 36 ... Read More

Can Your Electric Vehicle Catch Fire During a Hurricane?

After Hurricane Ian hit southwest Florida in 2022, more than 3,000 electric vehicles were affected by floods, but just 36 were reported to have caught on fire, according to a January report by ... Read More

After Hurricane Milton, a growing risk: Flooded electric cars going up in flames

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that during Hurricane Ian in 2022, between 3,000 to 5,000 electric vehicles were impacted by the storm, with 600 being a total loss and 36 ... Read More

Flooded electric vehicles, scooters bursting into flames after Hurricane Helene - FOX 5 Atlanta

Hurricane Helene swamped Tampa with over 6 feet of storm surge, flooding entire neighborhoods. Tampa's mayor suspects floodwater sparked at least one electric vehicle fire that destroyed a home ... Read More