CPSC Meeting Zaps Risks in E-Scooter Lithium Batteries
Published Date: 4/25/2025
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Summary
On April 30, 2025, the Consumer Product Safety Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss new safety rules for lithium-ion batteries in small electric vehicles like e-scooters. This change aims to make these popular micromobility products safer for everyone. The meeting will be live-streamed, so anyone interested can tune in and learn about the proposed rules that could impact manufacturers and riders soon.
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Proposed Battery Safety Standard for E‑Scooters
On April 30, 2025, the Consumer Product Safety Commission will hold a public meeting to consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for a safety standard for lithium‑ion batteries in micromobility products like e‑scooters. The change aims to make these micromobility products safer and could affect manufacturers and riders. The meeting is open to the public and will be live‑streamed.
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