Electric Vehicles & Fire Apparatus
Discover the latest advancements in electric fire truck technology and how electric fire apparatus are transforming firefighting. Explore articles, news, and resources on electric fire trucks, covering innovations, performance, sustainability, and the benefits they bring to fire departments. Learn how these eco-friendly apparatus are reducing emissions, cutting costs, and enhancing safety. Stay updated on the adoption of electric fire trucks by departments and the impact on firefighting operations.
A 19-year-old accused of using a Molotov cocktail to start a fire at a Kansas City Tesla dealership has been released to house arrest ahead of his federal trial
The state’s first electric fire engine is assigned to the Denton Fire Department’s “Powerhouse” station
Security footage shows a masked suspect vandalizing a Tesla service center with the word “resist” before hurling Molotov cocktails and shooting at multiple vehicles
From chemical make-up to cell construction, not all lithium-ion batteries are the same
Three other REV Fire pumpers will also be on hand for races this year
Newton Fire Capt. Phillip McCully said he hopes the emergency-plug makes responding to crashes involving electric vehicles safer
“This is where the future goes,” said Gov. Tim Walz, who rode in the Rosenbauer vehicle
The truck can drive through up to 40 inches of water, in over 230 mph winds, up steep inclines and slopes, and can withstand 40,000 pounds of impact
The Durham Fire Department credits the city’s fleet management department for helping them “go green” with the Ford Mustang GT Mach-E
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Video: N.C. FD orders all-electric fire truck to be housed at city’s first all-electric fire station
The Charlotte Fire Department’s Vector fire truck, manufactured by Spartan Emergency Response, is expected to be the first all-electric apparatus operating in the Southeast
The Volterra EV was recognized in the Emergency Services and Defense category
Future electric vehicles may include a battery cell shut-off feature and an onboard extinguisher
There’s a lot to unpack when it comes to whether the fire service will eventually embrace electric apparatus
We will remember the first chief to purchase an all-electric fire apparatus, not the chief who bought the department’s last internal combustion engine
Readers weigh in on their department’s interest in adding an electric apparatus to their fleet
The electric vehicle will have a 500-gallon water tank and be able to seat 6
The addition of Fire Station 52, which will serve the UCSD campus and nearby neighborhoods, is expected to improve response times in the fast-growing area
ESI Rapid Response Units offer customizable caps that are transferable to any domestic heavy-duty pickup truck bed
Submerged vehicles can experience thermal runaway if water leaks into the battery box
The REV Fire Group Vector apparatus comes equipped with a battery with 327 kilowatt-hours and a low center of gravity
Most manufacturers have posted their updated ERGs on their websites and submitted them to the NFPA
The carmaker’s program is said to include instruction and best practices on how to handle emergency situations with EVs
Are EVs really more likely to catch fire? How often do you have to charge your EV? Find out these answers and more
Having seen the units in person, it’s time to address some common naysayer reactions
A recent poll with over 900 responses reveals strong opinions on the concept of free electric vehicle charging at the fire station
The Rosenbauer engine is now at its home station, Fire Station 82 in Hollywood
The Pierce Volterra Pumper is the first electric fire engine in active service in North America
The Felicity Ace was carrying approximately 4,000 vehicles, with electric vehicles hampering extinguishment efforts
Why do these systems catch on fire and how do we manage it?
The Mesa (Ariz.) Fire Department will receive the Vector, which reportedly has the industry’s longest electric pumping duration
Zero-emissions pumpers can save municipalities money, plus reduce wear-and-tear on expensive equipment
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