Regardless of the type of vehicle, the circumstances of the fire, or the severity of the destruction, S. D. Lyons offers unparalleled expertise in the area of automotive fire investigation. Our Vehicle Fire Investigators, following NFPA 921 guidelines, provide detailed analysis of motor vehicles damaged or alleged to have been damaged by fire to determine origin and cause, including:
- potential mechanical or manufacturing defects
- possible incendiary or arson-related causes
- collision-related causes
- lightning or other natural causes
- causes due to faulty service work
We conduct multiple intensive fire training seminars each year, including live test burns of vehicles to provide invaluable insight into the nature of vehicle fires and the evidence left behind.
S. D. Lyons’ Fire Investigation Team consists of engineers, ASE Certified Auto Technicians, and Certified Vehicle Fire Investigators receiving extensive annual training to ensure up-to-date knowledge of the latest industry advances.