Several Teslas are burning in Rome - Musk speaks of terrorism

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(dpa) 17 Teslas go up in flames on the night of Monday. The fire department in Rome responds with a large contingent. It could be a targeted arson attack.

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As Teslas catch fire more frequently, the suspicion of deliberate arson is also plausible here in Rome. | Photo: Alessandra Tarantino_AP_dpa
As Teslas catch fire more frequently, the suspicion of deliberate arson is also plausible here in Rome. | Photo: Alessandra Tarantino_AP_dpa

A fire broke out last night on the premises of a Tesla dealer in Rome. A total of 17 electric cars were affected by the flames and were partially heavily damaged, the Italian fire department reported.

Elon Musk reacts

Tesla founder Elon Musk commented on another user's post about the fire on the platform X with a single word: "Terrorism." According to the fire department, the cause of the fire was initially unclear. Investigations are ongoing. As reported by the Italian news agency Ansa, investigations are currently proceeding in all directions. Arson is not being ruled out.

Photos on social media also showed completely burned-out vehicles. The fire broke out at 4:30 a.m., and the flames were extinguished over the course of the day. The showroom building, where some Teslas were parked, was also damaged, the fire department further reported.

Protests Against Musk

Recently, in various locations in the USA, vehicles of the brand have repeatedly been set on fire in protest against Musk and his role as the chief austerity commissioner of US President Donald Trump's administration. Four Teslas also burned in Berlin a week ago. Other attacks have also targeted dealers and charging stations for Tesla electric cars.

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