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.
Kansas City police are investigating a possible arson case after a fire damaged two Tesla Cybertrucks
A masked person used Molotov cocktails and shot at multiple Teslas leaving two vehicles in flames and the word “resist” spray-painted on the doors
EV fire blankets are a vital tool for firefighters, helping to contain electric vehicle fires, reduce toxic smoke and prevent fire spread, as recommended by NFPA and fire safety experts
Tackling the mixed bag of electric vehicle coverage and whether we need a fire service “reset,” plus what’s ahead for 2023
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
Madison Fire Department Station 8 is operating the new Pierce Volterra zero-emissions pumper
Survey reveals one-third of departments don’t train on EV fires, half don’t have SOGs for them
The $1.2 million Concept Fire Truck will be equipped with a redundant battery system and small booster motor for longer-duration responses
Understanding how they are made and what happens when they fail will keep firefighters safer at electric-powered car fires
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