Vehicle fire facts for kids

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A vehicle fire (or car fire) is an uncontrolled burning of an automobile. It is one of the most common causes of property damage by fire.

Motor vehicles have quite a few flammable parts and liquids, including gasoline and oil. They also have parts that can start fires, including air bag detonators and hot exhaust systems.

Some car fires are arson.

Images for kids

An SUV on fire in Pasadena, California
Cars in Hackney, Greater London after arson during the 2011 England riots
Aftermath of a car fire in Silver Spring, Maryland.

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