A viral prank using the BAT-BMS app has exposed vulnerabilities in e-rickshaw battery systems, raising concerns about EV security as vehicles are remotely switched off mid-ride.

A smartphone app meant for monitoring lithium batteries has gone viral after prank videos showed e-rickshaws being switched off mid-ride. Here is how BAT-BMS works, why only some vehicles are affected ...

[Editor’s note: The hacker requested that we remove the image for legal reasons, so it’s blurry now. We hope all’s well!] Lithium technology has ushered in a new era of batteries with exceptionally ...

Can a smartphone really stop an e-rickshaw? Viral BAT-BMS videos have raised concerns, but the reality is more complex. Here's how the app works and why the claims are misleading.

A new prank in India involves people using an app called BAT-BMS to remotely disable e-rickshaws mid-ride via Bluetooth, leading to confusion and potential danger for drivers and passengers.