Several states have EV license plates, which serve to inform first responders that the care is an electric car:
EV License Plates
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I read a comment that BEV cars had safety features that eliminated the hazard of electric shock to first responders. Further, the comment said, the EV plates could cause confusion amongst first responders, leading to delay in response and increased risk to the individuals in a car after an accident.
So - to EV License plate or not to EV license plate. That is my question.
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EV License Plates
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Sylvia said the National Fire Protection Association has recommended special plates for such vehicles to alert first responders, in the event of an accident, that they are dealing with an electric battery.
“You want to make sure that it’s completely disabled,’’ Sylvia said. “It’s also an electric battery, so you want to make sure any issues relative to electric shock are addressed.’’"
“You want to make sure that it’s completely disabled,’’ Sylvia said. “It’s also an electric battery, so you want to make sure any issues relative to electric shock are addressed.’’"
I read a comment that BEV cars had safety features that eliminated the hazard of electric shock to first responders. Further, the comment said, the EV plates could cause confusion amongst first responders, leading to delay in response and increased risk to the individuals in a car after an accident.
So - to EV License plate or not to EV license plate. That is my question.
Comments?