18 deaths from battery fires show hidden danger of UK's e-bike boom

Eighteen people have died and nearly 700 have been injured in fires caused by e-bikes and e-scooters in the UK. Between 2019 and 2025, over 2,000 fires were started by these vehicles, with nearly half occurring in homes or garages. Authorities, including the London Fire Brigade, warn about the fire risks associated with purchasing second-hand or modified vehicles.