EV FireSafe is a globally recognised authority on thermal runaway in electric vehicles, providing independent, evidence-based research that helps emergency services, industry and government better understand and manage lithium-ion battery fire risk. Their research is supported by funding from the Australian Department of Defence, and EV FireSafe has become a trusted source of technical expertise, influencing international approaches to EV charging safety, incident response, infrastructure resilience and responder protection as the transition to electrification accelerates.
EV FireSafe delivers practical solutions across four key areas. Through evfiresafe.com, it maintains the world’s leading database of electric vehicle battery fire incidents, supporting global research and knowledge sharing. Its consulting team works with operators of critical infrastructure, fleet depots, charging facilities and other high-risk environments to develop effective battery risk management strategies. Through evfiresafe.training, they turn their knowledge into structured, evidence-based training that equips personnel with the knowledge and skills to safely manage battery fire hazards. In addition, EV FireSafe provides specialist incident response services, supporting complex battery fire events and the dehazarding of severely damaged, unstable and high-energy battery systems.
By combining research, operational experience and technical expertise, EV FireSafe continues to improve safety outcomes and build confidence in the safe adoption of electric vehicles worldwide.