Officials ban fully-charged electric cars in underground parks in one city due to fire concerns

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In response to a recent electric vehicle fire in South Korea, officials have banned cars with a battery charge above 90 per cent from entering underground car parks. The decision follows a fire involving a Mercedes-Benz EQE that caused damage to an apartment block and hundreds of cars. Some residents were forced to relocate to shelters. Despite the backlash, government officials are implementing the new rule by the end of September. Professor Yoon Won-Sub argues that excessive charging is not the main factor in EV fires, and additional guidelines are expected to be announced soon. The move aims to address safety concerns surrounding electric vehicles.

Brands mentioned: Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Hyundai, Kia, Tesla