[hashiriya]

I don't think blaming the prices on stuff in the EU or from more reputable brands isn't the solution to this situation.

I've always felt that RC racing is a bit like fashion. People will market the latest and greatest thing from a big name and then something similar will come out of many less well known names with claims such as "it comes out of the same factory" or "it's the same, just cheaper" If you believe it then pay less and get "the same", if you don't believe it pay more and get the "better" product.

Either way, the risk of Lipo fires exist no matter who made them and what label is on them. The laws that Exist in the EU try to protect as many people as possible but this costs some money along the line, if you try and avoid that to save money, maybe its worth thinking about what else you are also avoiding.