Hoverboards have become the rage for the young and not so young who want to motor around town, through malls, or go for a ride.  However, there have been reported serious problems with the hoverboard.  They are  electric self-balancing scooters, much like a small Segway without the handlebars. Despite the “cool factor,” this trendy new fad has a hazardous side. The news has been peppered with reports of hoverboard hazards and defects, leading to destructive explosions and fires. Some cities have … [Read more...]