Hero Electric to offer device with 3 alarms to prevent fire in e-scooters

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Amid multiple incidents of electric scooters catching fire, Hero Electric is testing a device that would send three levels of alarm for the scooter user if the battery temperature increases beyond the safety limit. The preventive device has been developed by Maker Max, a Canadian start-up, and can be easily attached to the battery box, said a top executive at the company.

“We have all seen fire and smoke alarms installed in offices and many homes. The battery alarm works on the same principle. We have got the design of a miniature battery safety alarm from a Canadian start-up and