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Electric Shock: Experts Warn of Lethal Dangers in DIY Electric Car Repairs
Electric Vehicle Safety Under Scrutiny Following Fatal Incidents and Expert Warnings A recent video from Spanish automotive dismantler "Desguace Motocoche" has brought to light critical safety concerns surrounding electric and hybrid vehicles, urging the public to refrain from any DIY repairs. The video, featuring two company representatives, showcased a 2024 Kia Sportage involved in an accident, where a bent air conditioning pipe reportedly ruptured a high-tension alternator connector, electrifying the entire engine block. "A simple task like checking the oil dipstick could be lethal," stated one of the presenters, highlighting the 300 volts that could transmit through a metal component to a person's body. The warning was underscored by a tragic incident involving a Catalan police officer who, according to a news report displayed in the video, died from electrocution while changing brake pads on his Audi while it was charging. The presenters emphasized the lack of public preparedness and knowledge regarding the high-voltage systems in these vehicles. "We are not prepared, we don't know," they asserted, advocating that only qualified personnel should handle electric and hybrid car maintenance and repairs. The incident has sparked a debate among viewers about the safety measures and regulations for electric vehicles.
