E-bike catches fire in street blaze with flames several meters high

An e-bike suddenly caught fire on a street in China, sending a column of flames several meters into the air. The blaze erupted within seconds, startling bystanders and causing a major scare in the area.

The incident puts the spotlight back on the safety of light electric vehicles, an increasingly relevant issue in Europe as well. For riders of e-bikes and electric scooters, the key advice remains the same: use certified components and follow proper charging practices.