SMRTR TechSep 13, 2024Engadget

Tesla Semi fire required 50,000 gallons of water to extinguish

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A Tesla Semi truck crash on I-80 near Sacramento led to a massive battery fire requiring 50,000 gallons of water to extinguish. The incident prompted an NTSB investigation into fire risks of large lithium-ion battery packs, highlighting concerns about emergency response and road safety for electric trucks.

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