In the blue waves of Hainan, the passage of remote islands has always been a key part of the journey, but recently it has become a problem for new energy vehicle owners. Unlike the usual traffic jams, the focus this time is on the special restrictions on new energy vehicles on ferries. Due to concerns about the potential risk of spontaneous combustion of electric vehicles, Hainan Island Ferries have adopted strict management measures for new energy vehicles. Under this regulation, only a limited number of new energy vehicles are allowed to board the ship on each flight, and they must be parked at the front or rear end of the ship. The logic behind this approach is that in the event of a fire, the source of the fire can be moved out of the ship and into the sea more quickly. It sounds like this reveals some kind of injustice to new energy vehicle owners.
However, the cruelty of the matter lies in the fact that new energy vehicles, especially pure electric vehicles, once the first is the best, its spread is much faster than that of traditional fuel vehicles. This is not only a special consideration for Hainan Ferry, in fact, many ports across the country and even around the world are cautious about new energy vehicles on board. Taking Dalian Port as an example, it has clearly stipulated that new energy vehicles are prohibited from boarding ships, and from this point of view, Hainan Ferries allow each ship to carry 15 new energy vehicles, which is actually a certain amount of tolerance in the current regulations.
This kind of strict restriction on new energy vehicles is not untargeted. Back in February 2022, there was a shocking spontaneous combustion shipwreck in the Atlantic Ocean. A Volkswagen Group transport ship carrying 3,965 vehicles was sailing near the Portuguese Azores when it caused a serious accident due to the cargo hold**. This fire not only destroyed the value of 4$0.1 billion in premium vehicles, including well-known brands such as Audi, Porsche, Bentley, Bugatti, etc., also led to 4$300 million in loss of freighters. And what triggered all this was a Volkswagen ID. loaded with ternary lithium batteries4。
In this context, the performance of new energy vehicles this year is indeed interesting. Their environmental advantages and technological progress are undeniable, but at the same time, they also expose potential safety hazards under certain conditions. This series of events is not only a test of new energy vehicle technology, but also a major challenge to relevant management policies and rescue preparations. For new energy vehicle owners, this undoubtedly adds a worry, but it is also an opportunity to promote the development of the industry and improve technical and management measures.
On the road ahead, the safety of new energy vehicles needs more attention and research. From the early stages of vehicle design to the final use environment, every step should not be overlooked. For the safety management of special occasions such as ports and ferries, it is also necessary to make more reasonable adjustments based on scientific assessment and technological progress. Only in this way can new energy vehicles better serve the public and contribute to the green travel of mankind on the basis of ensuring safety. **10,000 Fans Incentive Plan
As for the new policy of Hainan Ferry, although it seems a little inconvenient at present, it is also a helpless move under safety considerations. In this regard, new energy vehicle owners and relevant parties need to have more understanding and communication to jointly explore safer and more effective solutions. Only through continuous efforts and improvements, can we ensure that the development of new energy vehicles is both green and safe.