Protect Your EV from Fire: Follow These 5 Critical Safety Rules
The recent Mahindra BE 6 EV fire from a deflated tyre highlights the need for vigilant ownership—follow these precautions for battery and vehicle safety.
Recent electric vehicle (EV) fire incidents have reignited concerns around safety and responsible ownership, underscoring the need for greater awareness among users. A viral video showing a Mahindra BE 6 EV engulfed in flames has drawn widespread attention, prompting discussions on how EV owners can reduce the risk of fire-related incidents through proper precautions and timely response.
According to Mahindra, preliminary findings indicate that the fire did not originate from the battery system. Vehicle data showed the car was driven for more than 10 minutes at a speed of around 60 km/h on a fully deflated rear-right tyre, despite repeated tyre pressure alerts. Onboard sensors confirmed that the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Traction Control System (TCS) were actively intervening to manage wheel spin, while a high-temperature alert was triggered due to excessive friction between the deflated tyre and the road surface.
Video analysis further revealed that the fire originated from the rear-right tyre rubber, establishing excessive friction as the root cause. While the investigation is ongoing, the incident highlights how non-battery-related factors can still lead to dangerous fire situations in electric vehicles, particularly when warning alerts are ignored.
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Experts stress that EV owners must remain vigilant and responsive to in-car alerts. One of the most important precautions is to immediately stop the vehicle if warning signals related to tyre pressure, overheating, or system faults appear. Continuing to drive under such conditions can escalate minor issues into serious safety hazards.
Regular vehicle maintenance is also critical. Owners should routinely check tyre condition, ensure recommended pressure levels are maintained, and avoid driving on damaged or deflated tyres. Proper charging practices—using authorised chargers, avoiding overloading electrical points, and keeping charging ports clean—further reduce fire risks.
As EV adoption continues to rise, awareness and responsible ownership remain key to safety. By paying attention to alerts, maintaining vehicles properly, and understanding potential risk factors beyond the battery, EV owners can significantly minimise the chances of fire incidents and ensure safer journeys for themselves and others.
