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Viral app under scanner after videos claimed it can remotely disable e-rickshaws
Published 2 July 2026 ยท local
Delhi's transport department is investigating the Chinese app BAT-BMS following viral claims of it remotely disabling e-rickshaws. The app reportedly exploits unsecured Bluetooth-enabled Chinese battery
Delhi's transport department is investigating the Chinese app BAT-BMS following viral claims of it remotely disabling e-rickshaws. The app reportedly exploits unsecured Bluetooth-enabled Chinese battery management systems, allowing unauthorized users to halt vehicles by switching off their discharge function. Officials are verifying the app's capabilities and the security vulnerabilities of these systems.
Published: July 2, 2026 โข 10:40 PM IST ยท Updated: July 3, 2026 โข 8:02 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Delhi's transport department is investigating the Chinese app BAT-BMS following viral claims of it remotely disabling e-rickshaws.
The app reportedly exploits unsecured Bluetooth-enabled Chinese battery management systems, allowing unauthorized users to halt vehicles by switching off their discharge function.
Officials are verifying the app's capabilities and the security vulnerabilities of these systems.