The vehicle fire blanket is designed to quickly deploy on any vehicle fire, from small city cars to SUVs. The most efficient way to isolate and control vehicle fires is suitable for gasoline, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles. It allows you to contain flames, smoke and toxic fumes in seconds, just like your kitchen fire blanket works by depriving oxygen on a larger scale.

Who needs a car fire blanket?
The specialized car fire blanket is the only quick and reliable solution that can effectively control fires in electric vehicles. It is designed for lithium-ion battery fires where there is a risk of thermal runaway to contain the risk and reduce damage and prevent the escape of toxic fumes. The Electric Vehicle Fire Blanket is also recommended by the Department of Transportation for recovery operators who may have to recover electric or hybrid vehicles in the event of breakdown or accidental damage.

However, since the car fire blanket is suitable for fighting car fires, it is often found in parking lots, road tunnels, gas stations, charging stations, repair facilities, car fleets and other facilities. The extra large blanket made for Vigil products is also carried by emergency services and firefighters.

The disposable lithium blanket is supplied in a large red bag, clearly labeled for easy identification in an emergency, which has shoulder straps for carrying as a backpack and two handles. You should make sure to hang it in an easily accessible place for emergencies. When providing this item to facility staff, you must provide them with thorough training on how to safely deploy a vehicle fire blanket.

How to use a car fire blanket
Once you have the 6m by 8m fire blanket out of the bag, unroll and unfold the blanket at a safe distance from the vehicle. With 2 people each holding a handle, pull the blanket over the vehicle in one continuous motion, watching out for fire, toxic fumes, and chemical hazards (especially with electric vehicles).

The weight of the fire blanket rests on the car, and you need to check that it is tight around the vehicle and that the edges are tucked inside. You should then leave it on the vehicle until it is deemed safe by your local fire brigade and removed by them. Remember, this won't put out an electric vehicle fire, but it will reduce smoke and toxic liquids while preventing the fire from spreading.