Causes of Electric Car Fires Not Limited to Batteries

The safety concerns related to electric vehicles and potential fire incidents are increasingly causing anxiety among the public in Indonesia as these vehicles gain popularity. Often, batteries are blamed in such cases, but the Indonesian Electric Car Community, KOLEKSI, pointed out that external electrical installations and non-certified chargers are the actual sources of fires in several instances. KOLEKSI emphasizes the importance of professional equipment installation, citing an incident in Bandung where the fire originated not from the battery but from other electronic parts. They also highlight the rare but dangerous phenomenon of ‘thermal runaway’ occurring under extreme temperatures, urging electric car users to exercise caution and responsibility in the use and maintenance of their vehicles. Key factors remain device certification and installer competence.