![]() ![]() ![]() Even though they use UL certified battery packs the entire hoverboard system is not UL certified. In recent development, Swagway, a hoverboard producer, is embroiled in concerns that it has misrepresenting the use of its Underwriters Laborites (UL) certification for use of its battery packs in the hoverboards. ![]() The use of poor quality lithium-ion batteries in these boards have led to them being banned from major airlines due to the potential fire hazard. These boards are made with similar batteries used in our smartphones, laptops and cars. – E-Rover-Mini Smart Balance Scooter/LeCam Technology – Swagway Hands-Free Smart Board/Swagway LLC – Hover-way Hands-Free Electric/Digital Gadgets LLC – Smart Balance Wheel Scooter/Glide Boards – Smart Balance Wheel/One Stop Electronic Inc. Government agency, Consumer Product Safety Commission, is currently investigating 13 hoverboard manufacturers, importers or distributors. with stories occurring in California, Louisiana, New York and Washington. There have been as many as 40 hoverboard fires across the U.S. As the popularity of the board has overtaken the nation, it has also become a top concern for those who are riding and spectators alike as the board can spontaneously explode and catch fire. The board is sure to create inspiration, awe and dreams of what the future holds in regards to personal travel. Hoverboards have popped up as the new must have item for teens and young adults. ![]()
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