Truckload of Tesla Model Ys Catches Fire in Turkey, Investigation Underway
Truckload of Tesla Model Ys Catches Fire in Turkey, Investigation Underway - Motor Mouth A truck carrying six Tesla Model Y vehicles caught fire in Istanbul, Turkey, prompting an investigation into the cause of the incident. The fire started while the truck was traveling on Arıfat Street in the Tuzla district of Istanbul at around 2:30 am. All six vehicles were deemed usable despite the incident, and Tesla has already seen success in the market with approximately 8,000 deliveries reported in Turkey. The exact cause is still unknown, but it is speculated that the vehicle’s battery may have been damaged during loading or that the fire was caused by a truck-related reason. It is important that this incident does not deter the Turkish market from embracing electric vehicles.
Published : 2 years ago by Wesley Johnson in Auto
A truck carrying six Tesla Model Y vehicles caught fire in Istanbul, Turkey, prompting an investigation into the cause of the incident. According to the truck driver, the fire originated from one of the electric vehicles being transported.
The fire started while the truck was traveling on Arıfat Street in the Tuzla district of Istanbul at around 2:30 am. Videos shared online showed the truck ablaze, with Tesla Model Y vehicles onboard. The exact cause of the fire is still unknown, but it is speculated that the vehicle’s battery may have been damaged during loading or that the fire was caused by a truck-related reason.
Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire after approximately an hour, and all six Tesla Model Y vehicles were deemed usable despite the incident.
Tesla only recently began deliveries in Turkey, but the automaker has already seen success in the market with approximately 8,000 deliveries reported. Recognizing the potential of the Turkish market, Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO, expressed interest in establishing a Tesla factory in the country after a meeting with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan.
While fires in electric vehicles are not more common than in gasoline-powered vehicles, it is crucial to investigate occurrences that don’t involve accidents. It is unusual for a vehicle to catch fire while sitting on a trailer, regardless of whether it is electric or not.
With over a million Model Y vehicles in circulation worldwide, isolated incidents such as this are inevitable. It is important that this incident does not deter the Turkish market from embracing electric vehicles, especially as deliveries are increasing in the country.
Definitions:
– Tesla Model Y: An all-electric compact SUV produced by Tesla, known for its advanced features and eco-friendly attributes.
– Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan: The President of Turkey, serving as the country’s head of state and head of government.
– Tesla factory: Manufacturing facilities owned and operated by Tesla to produce electric vehicles and other energy products.
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