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Electric Cars: Are They Safe?

Electric Cars: Are They Safe?

Electric cars: how safe are they? tackles the electrifying debate around the safety of electric vehicles in an age increasingly defined by environmental urgency and technological innovation. This documentary navigates the swirl of public concern, whether myths or well-founded—and offers an authoritative, expert-led inquiry into the real risks and rewards of EV ownership.

Bringing together specialist insights from engineers, EV safety analysts, and real-world drivers, the programme probes the full spectrum of electric car safety, from the integrity of battery technology to the hazards posed by charging infrastructure and the hidden vulnerabilities in cables and connectors.

Viewers are taken behind the wheel and into the lab, witnessing firsthand the stakes of modern electric motoring. Through exclusive interviews with industry leaders and footage drawn from authentic experiences, the documentary demystifies sensational headlines and sheds light on what truly matters when it comes to safety and innovation.

Broadcaster:

Channel 5

TX Date:

25th June 2025

Credits :

Executive Producers: Daniel Pearl, Sarah Sarkhel