According to GizmoChina, the distressing incident occurred in Florida, involving a Tesla Model X, highlighting the potential dangers of electric cars.
The incident unfolded as a couple witnessed their prized electric vehicle backing jet skis onto the boat ramp when some malfunction occurred.
The shocking event occurred as the Tesla Model X caught fire while submerged.
The Tesla Model X ignited after reversing down a boat ramp and submerging entirely underwater.
An eyewitness captured footage of the Model X ablaze, providing a firsthand glimpse of the incident.
While some details remain unverified, reports suggest the vehicle was maneuvering jet skis or a boat down the ramp when a malfunction occurred.
As the situation escalated, the driver, attempting to launch a jet ski, faced rising temperatures and warning signals within the vehicle.
Fortunately, her husband intervened swiftly, aiding her escape from the car.
According to the Hollywood Professional Firefighters report, the Tesla slipped into the intercoastal waters due to traction loss, leading to an electronics short circuit triggered by saltwater exposure.
The Model X continued to burn in the fire for an extended period of time. Following evacuation, the vehicle was carefully transported to an impound lot for monitoring due to the risk of reignition.
The image of the Tesla Model X catching fire after becoming fully submerged in water was shared on social media, sparking debate.
In the comments, many viewers expressed shock at the incident, while others voiced concerns about the risk of a short circuit in the electric vehicle's electronics.
One person said: I never thought i'd see the day that firemen ,standing around the dock watching a car burn underwater ...
A second wrote: At least it gives off a self-destruct warning before it goes off.
While a third commented: Well, we know Tesla's warranty doesn't cover water incursion
Another added: Hold brakes to stop from going in water... pro tip...
Someone else said: I wonder how long until it stops burning... Never thought I would see a video of a car on fire underwater...
Please get closer, I hear the fumes give you superpowers. Another users said.
However, this incident left the EV industry facing another alarming incident when a Tesla Model X caught fire after plunging into water unexpectedly.
This occurrence underscores the potential hazards linked with the battery architecture of electric vehicles, particularly concerning water-related incidents.
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