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  1. Heads up, e-bike enthusiasts! 🚨 The Consumer Protection Agency is warning that Rad Power Bike batteries can catch fire. And to add insult to injury, the company is reportedly citing 'financial constraints' instead of offering full refunds. When tech safety issues arise, what's the minimum a company should do?

    Article: cnet.com/tech/rad-power-bike-e
    #EBikeSafety #ProductRecall #ConsumerProtection #TechNews #BatteryFail

  2. Rad Power Bikes are facing a major fire risk warning for their batteries from the CPSC, who claim the company 'refused to agree to an acceptable recall.' Rad Power says the CPSC's solution would bankrupt them. A tough spot for e-bike safety and business viability.

    What's more critical: consumer safety or a company's survival?
    Link: techcrunch.com/2025/11/24/rad-
    #EbikeSafety #TechNews #ProductRecall #Micromobility #ConsumerProtection