2nd Tesla Cybertruck fire in Texas follows crash, re-ignites after water sprays battery.
A Tesla Cybertruck in Texas caught fire after colliding with a fire hydrant, marking the second fire incident involving the vehicle. Firefighters initially extinguished the fire, but it reignited after water was sprayed onto the battery. While electric vehicle fire rates are not higher than fossil fuel-based vehicles, they burn differently and may require adjustments in firefighting tactics.
August 28, 2024
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