In a scene straight out of a Hollywood blockbuster , a Tesla Cybertruck erupted into flames and exploded outside the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday, killing one person and injuring seven others. Authorities say the driver had rented the electric vehicle in Colorado and loaded its bed with gasoline canisters and firework mortars before arriving in Sin City.
Footage from the chaotic scene showed thick smoke billowing near the hotel's entrance as emergency responders rushed to contain the blaze. 'This was a tragedy waiting to happen,' a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department spokesperson told reporters. 'Combining flammable materials with an EV battery creates unimaginable risks.'
The incident has reignited debates about EV safety protocols and the risks of vehicle modifications. Tesla has yet to comment, but experts urge drivers to follow manufacturer guidelines—and maybe skip the DIY pyrotechnics .
Stay tuned as this story develops.
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Live: View from outside Trump Hotel where Tesla Cybertruck exploded
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