"NTSB Launches Investigation into Tesla Electric Semi-Truck Crash and Fire in California"

The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has initiated an investigation into a crash involving a Tesla electric semi-truck on a California highway. The incident, which occurred near Emigrant Gap late Monday night, resulted in a fire that closed the highway for over 12 hours. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.

The NTSB is collaborating with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) on this investigation, which highlights concerns about the safety of electric vehicles (EVs) in commercial transportation. The crash’s fire, linked to the truck’s engine, has drawn attention to the challenges associated with EV fires, which are known to burn longer and are harder to extinguish compared to fires in traditional vehicles.

Tesla has yet to comment, and the CHP has also remained silent on the matter. This investigation underscores the need to understand and address the unique safety issues posed by electric semi-trucks and could influence future safety regulations for commercial EVs.