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This segment discusses the safety issues surrounding hoverboards, particularly focusing on the risks associated with their charging mechanisms. It shows incidents where hoverboards have exploded while charging, emphasizing the importance of checking the safety standards of the chargers. The discussion includes advice for consumers on how to identify safe products and the steps they should take if they have concerns about their hoverboards.
The segment also touches on the legal implications of using hoverboards on public roads and sidewalks, citing a tragic accident involving a teenage boy. It makes clear the need for caution when using hoverboards, especially for beginners, and suggests that users should practice with assistance to avoid accidents.
Why Watch
- •Find out why hoverboards are considered unsafe to use on roads.
- •See what happens when a hoverboard catches fire during charging.
- •Meet the retailers who have removed hoverboards from sale.
Did You Know
•Hoverboards have been selling at a rate of one every 12 seconds leading up to Christmas.
•A hoverboard exploded in someone's bedroom while it was on charge.
•Retailers like Amazon and Argos have pulled hoverboards from their websites due to safety concerns.
•There was a tragic accident where a teenage boy collided with a bus while using a hoverboard.
Perfect For
Gadget enthusiastsSafety-conscious parentsTech product reviewers