Do Cars Need Fire Extinguishers?

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Cars should be equipped with fire extinguishers. Although there are no mandatory requirements for private vehicles to carry fire extinguishers, high temperatures, vehicle malfunctions, and short circuits can easily lead to spontaneous combustion. Having a fire extinguisher in the car can effectively ensure personal safety. Below are detailed guidelines: 1. Regulations: Medium and large passenger vehicles, as well as hazardous goods transport vehicles, must be equipped with valid fire extinguishers and firefighting equipment. Failure to comply may result in warnings or fines. During annual vehicle inspections, a fire extinguisher must be present in the car; otherwise, the inspection will not pass. 2. Choosing a Fire Extinguisher: Dry powder and water-based fire extinguishers are recommended for vehicles. Dry powder extinguishers are fast, effective, affordable, and widely applicable. Water-based extinguishers are further divided into water-type, foam-type, and mist-type, offering advantages such as no dust, anti-suffocation, effective fire suppression, and being non-toxic and environmentally friendly.