Tag Archives: HV

A Unique Vehicle Fire Call (48-Volt Battery)

Vehicle Fire or Battery Fire? I am by no means a battery or electric vehicle expert. I try to stay knowledgeable enough to handle any run that I’m dispatched to. Early on a shift in November, my department was called out ...

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Extrication Book

Extrication Book Looking for a great extrication resource? Get a copy of Bumper to Bumper Extrication. The reviews for the book are fantastic and I’m humbled by that. I wanted to put out a simple, easy-to-read, and packed full of ...

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Bumper to Bumper Extrication Book

The reviews on our Bumper to Bumper Extrication Book are fantastic and I'm humbled by that. I wanted to put out a simple, easy-to-read, and packed full of images. I will post a PowerPoint that follows the book and will be free and available to anyone. It will be posted before March 1st, 2023. Feel free to use it anywhere that is helping firefighters!

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Cutaway

2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid cutaway

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid 16 kWh for the battery and 30 miles as the driving range because that is the market this vehicle is targeting.

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2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Utilizes Advanced High-Strength Steel Frame and has 10 airbags.

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2016 BMW i3 Rescue Guide

Unlike conventional electric vehicles, an electric motor is not simply integrated in the traditional vehicle architecture. With its LifeDrive concept, the BMW i3 architecture is designed to meet the needs of electro-mobility.

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2016 KIA Soul EV ERG Overview

The information below is taken from the Emergency Response Guide supplied by KIA for he Soul EV. This post is a quick look at the information that is pertinent to first responders.

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2016 Chevrolet Spark EV

The biggest difference between the gas Spark and the Spark EV from a crash POV would be the battery pack. The battery pack in the Spark is not

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