South Koreans hit the brakes on EVs after battery fires

Julian Ryall in Tokyo

https://www.dw.com/en/south-koreans-hit-the-brakes-on-evs-after-battery-fires/a-69978616

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Several electric vehicle fires in South Korea have dented sales as buyers worry about potential battery hazards. Carmakers are responding by cutting prices and trying to allay consumers' safety concerns.