There have been reports that these hoverboards have burst into flames. The fires are said to have occurred in a number of other countries, but last month, a Lafitte, Louisiana, residence was badly damaged by a fire believed to have started when the scooter ignited while being recharged.
Last week, an Alabama man’s scooter quickly erupted into flames as he rode down a sidewalk. According to a news release, video footage of the incident shows projectiles blasting from the scooter as it burned. The projectiles seem to be components of the device’s battery pack.
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That's what happens when you buy Chinese crap, which the majority of these things are. Lots of knockoffs on amazon and eBay. With that being said they are pretty fun to ride on. Friend of mine had one he paid $400 for (forget the brand) and I had the hang if it in 5 mins.
ReplyDeleteI live an work in Manhattan ride mine 3 to 5 miles daily. Made is USA cost me 795. Close to 900 miles on it and I'm 230 6"2. No fires. Took me Less then a minute to learn.
ReplyDeleteGet a skateboard already, kooks
ReplyDeleteWhatever, blader.
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