Can you repair a damaged battery pack after a car accident?

According to media reports, there is no way to repair or assess a slightly damaged battery pack of an electric vehicle after an accident. This has forced insurance companies to write off cars even with few miles.

Is tesla's'structural' battery pack a problem for insurers?

Tesla's decision to make battery packs "structural" - part of the car's body - has allowed it to cut production costs but risks pushing those costs back to consumers and insurers. Tesla has not referred to any problems with insurers writing off its vehicles.

What are the safety requirements related to batteries & Battery rooms?

Employers must consider exposure to these hazards when developing safe work practices and selecting personal protective equipment (PPE). That is where Article 320, Safety Requirements Related to Batteries and Battery Rooms comes in.

What happens if you send an employee into a battery room?

Sending an employee who is trained only for the normal operating conditions into a battery room under thermal runaway, for example, is knowingly exposing an unqualified person to risk of injury. The employer is responsible for protecting their employees from known or recognized hazards in the workplace.