Vehicle fires can be very dangerous however there are some steps you can take to minimize your risk of vehicle fire.
Firstly you should drive safely and looked out for potential fire hazards such as downed power lines and try not to drive in electrical storms.
You should always have a fire extinguisher handy in your vehicle, not hidden away where it is hard to access. Ensure that it is especially for vehicle fires as it might be different from the one you have in your home.
Check that the inside of your vehicle is not full of paper trash and other debris which could cause a fire if someone drops a match onto it, or a spark from an electrical fault, and if a fire does start, a mass of paper and clutter will help it to spread.
Do not have flammables in your vehicle such as containers of gasoline or paraffin.
Make sure that if you install a new stereo system or other electronic devices that they are installed correctly as many fires are due to poor wiring. Ensure that a qualified mechanic checks the vehicle wiring on a regular basis.
You should also ensure the fuel line, fuel injectors and gas tank are not leaking, more often the case in older vehicles.
And finally, check the battery is in good condition.
Just carrying out these few sensible precautions should greatly reduce the change of a vehicle fire.
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