E-bike and E-scooter Fires and Safety Warnings Rise in UK

E-bike and e-scooter fires in the UK have reached record highs, prompting safety warnings amid concerns over lithium batteries and a growing black market for parts.

6 Apr, 23:01 — 6 Apr, 23:01

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Why this matters

The increasing number of fires from e-bikes and e-scooters poses significant safety risks to users and the public, potentially leading to serious injuries, fatalities, and property damage. This trend highlights the urgent need for better regulation, consumer awareness, and enforcement against unsafe products in a rapidly growing market.

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What sources agree on

E-bike and e-scooter fires in the UK reached record highs in 2025
The number of fires has increased significantly compared to the previous year
The rise in fires is linked to increased e-bike and e-scooter usage
A 'growing' black market for batteries and chargers is a contributing factor

Key claims1 agreed · 4 unverified

At least 432 e-bike fires were recorded in 2025 in the UK

unverified·The Guardian

At least 147 e-scooter fires were recorded in 2025 in the UK

unverified·The Guardian

E-bike fires increased by 38% in 2025 compared to the previous year

unverified·The Guardian

E-scooter fires increased by 20% in 2025 compared to the previous year

unverified·The Guardian

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E-bike and e-scooter usage has surged in recent years

agreed·The IndependentThe Guardian

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Specific statistics on the number of e-bike and e-scooter fires in 2025 and their percentage increase

ReportedThe Guardian

MissingThe Independent

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The GuardianMostly Factual3h ago

Ebike and e-scooter fires in UK rise to new record highs

At least 432 ebike fires and 147 e-scooter fires recorded in 2025, up 38% and 20% respectively on previous year Ebike and e-scooter fires in the UK reached a record high last year, an investigation has found, renewing concerns over the use of lithium batteries and unregulated marketplaces. Fire brigade figures obtained by the Press Association show there were at least 432 ebike fires recorded across the UK in 2025, up 38% from 313 the previous year and more than five times higher than the 84 ...

By Geneva Abdul

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The IndependentMostly Factual3h ago

E-bike and e-scooter warning issued amid ‘growing’ black market

E-bike and e-scooter usage has surged in recent years

By Neil Lancefield

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Coverage Timeline

First report: The Independent · 6 Apr, 23:01|Full coverage: 2 · 1m|Window: 1m

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The Independent6 Apr, 23:01First to report

E-bike and e-scooter warning issued amid ‘growing’ black market

The Guardian6 Apr, 23:01Latest update

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E-bike and E-scooter Fires and Safety Warnings Rise in UK

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Ebike and e-scooter fires in UK rise to new record highs

E-bike and e-scooter warning issued amid ‘growing’ black market

Coverage Timeline

E-bike and e-scooter warning issued amid ‘growing’ black market

Ebike and e-scooter fires in UK rise to new record highs

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