Why Every Australian E-Bike, E-Scooter & Lithium Battery Owner Needs a Fireproof Bag in 2025

Battery Safety · Fire Prevention

By EV Fire Solutions  |  February 2025  |  6 min read

Australians have embraced the e-bike and e-scooter revolution with open arms. From the bike paths of Brisbane's South Bank to the cycling trails of Melbourne's outer suburbs, electric two-wheelers are now a common sight. In fact, e-bike sales in Australia have surged past 100,000 units per year — and that number keeps climbing.

But there's a side of this boom that doesn't make it into the glossy cycling magazines: lithium-ion battery fires are on the rise, and Australian emergency services are increasingly being called to respond to these dangerous and difficult-to-control incidents.

This isn't a scare story — it's a call to be prepared. And right now, one of the smartest and most affordable steps you can take is investing in a Premium Battery Fireproof Bag from EV Fire Solutions.

The Australian Lithium Battery Fire Problem — By the Numbers

Fire and Rescue NSW, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES), and the Metropolitan Fire Brigade (MFB) in Victoria have all flagged lithium-ion battery fires as a growing public safety concern. In New South Wales alone, fire crews have responded to hundreds of battery-related incidents in recent years, with e-bikes and e-scooters among the most common culprits.

Apartment fires caused by e-bike batteries are of particular concern in cities like Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, where residents are charging their bikes in hallways, on balconies, or in storage rooms — often overnight while they sleep.

"Lithium-ion battery fires burn extremely hot, are difficult to extinguish, and can reignite hours after the initial fire appears to be out." — Fire and Rescue NSW

What makes these fires uniquely dangerous is a phenomenon called thermal runaway — a self-sustaining chain reaction where the battery generates more heat than it can dissipate, escalating uncontrollably. Once it starts, it's nearly impossible to stop with conventional equipment.

What Can Actually Stop a Lithium Battery Fire From Spreading?

Here's the hard truth: your standard home fire extinguisher and your smoke alarm are not equipped to handle a lithium-ion battery fire. ABC-rated powder extinguishers and CO2 units can knock down flames temporarily, but they cannot cool the battery cell and interrupt the thermal runaway process.

That's where containment becomes your most important line of defence. If a battery cannot be prevented from entering thermal runaway, the next best thing is containing it, stopping the fire from spreading to your home, your belongings, and your family.

The EV Fire Solutions Premium Battery Fireproof Bag is engineered precisely for this purpose.

Introducing the Premium Battery Fireproof Bag

Perfect For:

Whether you're an e-bike commuter in Perth, a tradie with a kit full of lithium tool batteries in Adelaide, a drone photographer on the Gold Coast, or a parent charging your kid's e-scooter overnight in the garage in Canberra, this bag was made for you.

How Australians Are Using the Fireproof Bag

🚲 E-Bike & E-Scooter Owners

Charge your battery inside the fireproof bag. In the event of a thermal event, the bag contains the fire and toxic gases, giving you critical extra time to evacuate and call 000. Particularly important for those charging in apartments, townhouses, or shared buildings where fire can spread to neighbouring residents quickly.

🔧 Tradespeople & Workshop Owners

Australian tradies rely on lithium-ion battery packs for drills, saws, and power equipment. Store your packs in the fireproof bag between jobs or overnight in the ute or workshop — a simple habit that could prevent a devastating fire.

📸 Drone Pilots & Photographers

LiPo (lithium polymer) batteries used in drones are among the most volatile lithium battery types. Transporting and storing them in a fireproof bag is standard practice in the professional drone community — and now it's accessible to all Australians.

🏠 Everyday Households

Laptops, tablets, power banks, and mobile phones all contain lithium-ion cells. Charging devices in a fireproof bag overnight — especially older or slightly swollen devices — adds an important layer of safety for Australian families.

A Note on Insurance & Strata Compliance in Australia

If you live in a strata-managed building in NSW, Victoria, or Queensland, you may already be familiar with your body corporate's rules around e-bike storage and charging. Strata insurers across Australia are increasingly scrutinising lithium battery risks, and some are beginning to require documented fire mitigation measures.

Keeping a Premium Battery Fireproof Bag as part of your fire safety toolkit is a tangible, demonstrable step that shows you're taking the risk seriously — something your insurer, your building manager, and your neighbours will appreciate.

Why EV Fire Solutions?

EV Fire Solutions is an Australian business dedicated to giving Australians the tools they need to stay safe in the age of electric vehicles and lithium-ion technology. Their product range — from EV fire blankets and extinguishers to containment bags — is purpose-built for the unique challenges of battery fires.

The Premium Battery Fireproof Bag ships free, Australia-wide. That means whether you're in metropolitan Sydney or regional Western Australia, protection is just a few days away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I charge my battery inside the bag?

Yes — that's one of the most common and recommended uses. Simply leave the zipper slightly open during charging to allow ventilation, and never leave a charging battery completely unattended.

What size e-bike batteries will fit?

The 38 x 42 x 22cm interior is generous enough to fit the vast majority of e-bike and e-scooter battery packs sold in Australia. We recommend measuring your battery before purchasing to confirm it fits with some clearance.

Does this replace calling 000?

Absolutely not. Always call 000 in a fire emergency. The fireproof bag is a containment tool designed to limit fire spread and buy you precious time — it is not a substitute for emergency services.

How is it shipped?

Free shipping Australia-wide. Orders are dispatched promptly from our Australian warehouse.