80 E-Rickshaws Locked in UP? ABP News Probe Shows How BAT-BMS App Can Disable Vehicles

Summary

Around 80 e-rickshaws in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor have been locked using a mobile application, leaving drivers struggling to earn a living. The application, called BAT BMS, connects to the vehicle's battery management system via Bluetooth, allowing users to remotely control and shut down the e-rickshaws. Drivers have reported that unidentified people have been using the app to switch off their vehicles, prompting many to enable password protection on their batteries as a precaution.