Electric vehicle fires pose safety risks to first responders and guidelines from manufacturers about how to deal with them have been inadequate, according to U.S. investigators.
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Electric vehicle fires pose safety risks to first responders and guidelines from manufacturers about how to deal with them have been inadequate, according to U.S. investigators.
Berkeley considers banning the sale of gas-powered cars by 2027. But is it feasible?
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Berkeley is taking steps to ban the sale of gas-powered cars like these starting in 2027.Paul Kuroda / Special to The ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
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An electric vehicle charging station at the Berkeley Marina.Paul Kuroda / Special to The ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
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A mechanic at the McKevitt dealership in Berkeley works on a gas-powered car.Paul Kuroda / Special to The ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
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Berkeley is considering banning the sale of cars powered by gasoline, diesel and natural gas by 2027 in a bid to combat climate change.