What should I do immediately if a car catches fire while I'm working on it?
Documented on the First project vehicle and how I started it on fire build
Published February 26, 2026
Prioritize personal safety: move away, evacuate others, and call emergency services if the fire is large.
Full Answer
Prioritize personal safety: move away, evacuate others, and call emergency services if the fire is large. If safe, disconnect the battery and use an ABC fire extinguisher on small fires. The creator demonstrates using an extinguisher and isolating power and fuel sources as first steps.
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