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And yes, if there is no "fix" then they should not sell this technology at all. I suspect when you see the impact on battery life or weight you might change yo

by lutorm 10y ago

And yes, if there is no "fix" then they should not sell this technology at all. I suspect when you see the impact on battery life or weight you might change your mind. Cars do catch fire during normal use. It's not common, but it does happen. So it's not like it's some hard and fast rule that the risk must be zero. It's a matter of what we consider acceptable given the downsides.

laythea 10y ago
Yes I am well aware of the benefits of Lithium tech, and I agree that the alternative is not attractive, however your analogy is flawed. Most people (adults) understand they are dealing with a controlled explosion (the engine), and the adult is always (presumably) monitoring the car whilst the engine is on. "Adult" and continually "monitoring" are the keywords here. The difference is that these things are consumer items that my little son plays with.
- blktiger 10y ago
  You're kidding right. I was just at a gas station the other day where a guy REFUELLED HIS RUNNING CAR. He even left it unattended to walk into the store! I think you overestimate the average persons understanding of automotive fire hazard.
  - laythea 10y ago
    we can do only so much.... :)