Tim SpearsMar 152 min readThe Hidden Risks of Lithium-Ion Battery Fires on Firefighter Health and Community SafetyIn our fast-evolving technological landscape, lithium-ion batteries power much of our world, from smartphones to electric vehicles. Yet,...
Tim SpearsMar 94 min readNavigating New Terrain: San Francisco Sets Precedents in Lithium-Ion Battery Safety for MicromobilitySan Francisco is leading the charge in enhancing public safety through the implementation of new standards for lithium-ion batteries used...
Tim SpearsMar 41 min readEnsuring Safety in the Skies: Navigating the Risks of Lithium-Ion Battery Fires in Air TravelIn a recent incident, a passenger's laptop caught fire mid-flight, prompting an emergency landing. This event underscores the potential...
Tim SpearsMar 22 min readA Call for Enhanced Safety Measures in EV ManufacturingIn the wake of recent events at GM’s Factory ZERO, the first fully dedicated electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant in Detroit and...
Tim SpearsMar 11 min readNavigating the Future of Micromobility: The Double-Edged Sword of Increased E-Bike PowerAs we embrace the surge in micromobility, particularly e-bikes, a proposed enhancement in their power poses both opportunities and...