Awareness and a united approach can de-risk carriage of li-ion batteries

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At the heart of efforts to draw attention to the hazards inherent in transporting lithium-ion batteries, specialist freight insurer TT Club now urges debate, leading to a balanced, yet realistic, awareness of the dangers and a united approach to enhancing their safe carriage. Improved regulatory clarity is required and auto manufacturers need to address transport safety issues more thoroughly.

Rapid development of battery technology and the uncertainties created by these developments, particularly concerning safety when the energy packs are being transported ...