Ola Electric scooters face yet another safety concern as a video circulates online capturing a harrowing incident . The footage reveals flames emanating from an Ola S1 scooter. The incident took place in Madhya Pradesh and the video was probably shot by the rider. The short clip has been doing rounds of the cyberspace, thereby drawing attention of the netizens towards the alarming safety issues surrounding Ola Electric scooters.
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Reason for Fire in Ola S1 Unknown at the Moment
The 19-second clip, originally shared by Future is Electric on their X (formerly Twitter) profile, depicts the scooter in flames while a person stands nearby. The video captures the person asking about the cause of the accident, to which the response indicates that the scooter caught fire spontaneously. The incident raises questions about the safety protocols and measures in place for Ola Electric scooters.
This recent incident involves a second generation Ola S1 Pro scooter, and the video suggests that the battery pack is the source of the fire. The severity of the fire suggests potential risks and brings attention to the need for a thorough investigation into the safety features of Ola Electric scooters. This marks the second fire incident within a week, following a similar occurrence during a test ride of an Ola S1 Air scooter last week.
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Previous Fire Incidents
Incidents of Ola scooters catching fire have been reported previously in India, contributing to growing concerns about the safety of these electric vehicles. From a scooter catching fire during a test ride to incidents involving scooters connected to chargers, these events emphasize the urgency of addressing safety issues and ensuring the well-being of scooter owners and the public.
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