Overheated lithium-ion batteries in New York City e-bikes have reportedly caused more than 100 fires this year.
As of Monday, there have been 116 investigations involving the bikes, 61 injuries and two deaths relating to lithium-ion batteries in e-bikes and scooters, according to the Fire Department of the City of New York.
The two men who were killed suffered injuries sustained in battery fires that happened while charging their e-bikes at home, the Daily Mail reported.
E-bikes and scooters are the vehicles of choice for many of the city’s delivery workers, who may not be able to afford new batteries that often cost $900 or more.