Safety of Electric Vehicles (EV's)

EVs must meet the same safety standards
as conventional vehicles. In
some instances, research shows that
EVs can be safer than gasoline-powered
vehicles. EVs usually have lower
centers of gravity, making them less
likely to roll over in an accident. The
danger of fire in a collision is also
substantially reduced because EVs do
not have a gas tank or reservoir of
engine lubricating oil. As with conventional
vehicles, however, EV batteries
contain toxic elements that
raise battery production, transport,
use, and disposal safety issues.