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Crashes / Wrecks Tesla Model X Crashes, Catches Fire: Video

Tesla Model X Crashes, Catches Fire: Video

The cause of the crash is unknown, but luckily injuries were non-life threatening.
By Eric Loveday Jul 12, 2019
Safety Another EV, Now A BMW i3, Is Involved In A Fire: Video

Another EV, Now A BMW i3, Is Involved In A Fire: Video

Police say the causes are under investigation, but the EV is the main suspect.
By Gustavo Henrique Ruffo Jul 01, 2019
Humor Fire Watch: Not-A-Tesla Budweiser Beer Truck Fire - Video

Fire Watch: Not-A-Tesla Budweiser Beer Truck Fire - Video

Because without Tesla in the headline, the mainstream media doesn't care.
By Eric Loveday Jun 23, 2019
Humor Not-A-Tesla Toyota RAV 4 Gas Car Catches Fire, Explodes On Road: Video

Not-A-Tesla Toyota RAV 4 Gas Car Catches Fire, Explodes On Road: Video

Because without Tesla in the headline, the mainstream media doesn't care.
By Eric Loveday Jun 17, 2019
Recalls UPDATE: Audi Recalls E-Tron SUV For Water Leakage That Could Result In Fire

UPDATE: Audi Recalls E-Tron SUV For Water Leakage That Could Result In Fire

A water leak may lead to a fire, says Audi.
By Eric Loveday Jun 10, 2019
Crashes / Wrecks Video: Tesla Model S Mysteriously Catches Fire In Garage

Video: Tesla Model S Mysteriously Catches Fire In Garage

It wasn't even plugged in.
By Eric Loveday May 03, 2019
Smoking BMW i8 Dumped In Water By Firefighters

Smoking BMW i8 Dumped In Water By Firefighters

Firefighters in The Netherlands responded to a smoking BMW i8 at a dealer by picking up the hybrid coupe with a crane and dumping it into a huge tank of water.
By Chris Bruce Apr 01, 2019
Nissan Sentra Slams Into Tesla Model 3 & Then Catches Fire

Nissan Sentra Slams Into Tesla Model 3 & Then Catches Fire

If an EV and a gas car get into a collision, which one will burst into flames more readily? Some would have you think a Tesla Model 3 would be the fire hazard here.
By Steven Loveday Mar 31, 2019
RideApart No, Energica Electric Motorcycles Shouldn’t Catch Fire, Technically

No, Energica Electric Motorcycles Shouldn’t Catch Fire, Technically

Following the Jerez debacle that saw all 18 of the competing Ego Corsa destroyed in a fire last week, Energica addressed some of its customers’ (legitimate) concerns.
By RideApart.com Mar 23, 2019
Tesla Model X Driver Survives Horrific Crash, Fire: Video

Tesla Model X Driver Survives Horrific Crash, Fire: Video

The driver of this Tesla Model X is alive, despite the Tesla SUV being destroyed. A fire followed the crash, the cause of which is still under investigation.
By Eric Loveday Feb 18, 2019
RideApart Electric Motorcycle Ignites In Traffic, Burns To The Ground: Video

Electric Motorcycle Ignites In Traffic, Burns To The Ground: Video

For the riders in the audience, the most distressing thing seems to be that the rider simply ditches his passenger without a word of warning.
By RideApart.com Jan 27, 2019
General Fire At Tesla Factory: Now Extinguished

Fire At Tesla Factory: Now Extinguished

A fire erupted at Tesla's Fremont factory, which has now been extinguished by the local fire department.
By Eric Loveday Aug 23, 2018
General Tesla Model S Catches Fire While In Motion - Not Caused By Crash

Tesla Model S Catches Fire While In Motion - Not Caused By Crash

A Tesla Model S randomly caught fire while rolling down the road. Quickly, the car was engulfed in flames. The owner exited the vehicle without harm. Tesla says it's investigated the incident.
By Eric Loveday Jun 16, 2018
General Exploring And Understanding The Fire Risk For Electric Cars

Exploring And Understanding The Fire Risk For Electric Cars

According to a lead expert researcher on electric car fire risk, A battery-powered vehicle having a fire incident is newsworthy. A gasoline powered vehicle having a fire is newsworthy only if it stops traffic. EVs might be safer when it comes to fires. Read on to learn more.
By Steven Loveday Jun 09, 2018
General BMW i3 REx Burns After Catching Fire While Parked In Spain

BMW i3 REx Burns After Catching Fire While Parked In Spain

This is not the first BMW i3 REx to catch fire unexpectedly. Does it have anything to do with the U.S. recall for REx fire risk?
By Steven Loveday Mar 19, 2018
Firefighters Versus Fiery Tesla Model S - Video

Firefighters Versus Fiery Tesla Model S - Video

Watch as firefighters attempt to contain and put out an on-fire Tesla Model S.
By Eric Loveday Oct 21, 2017
General Fire Breaks Out At Volvo Battery Lab In Gothenburg

Fire Breaks Out At Volvo Battery Lab In Gothenburg

On Tuesday a fire broke out in Volvo Car Group battery lab in Gothenburg, Sweden. Company said there was no impact on the production.
By Mark Kane Mar 28, 2017
General Tesla Model S Catches Fire While Parked At A Supercharger

Tesla Model S Catches Fire While Parked At A Supercharger

A Tesla Model S in China has caught fire while parked at a Supercharger, but reportedly not charging. The automaker is investigating.
By Eric Loveday Mar 06, 2017
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