All articles tagged with #car fire
Two street takeovers in Los Angeles sparked fires and looting overnight, with a car blaze in Gramercy Park and a major AutoZone burglary in East Los Angeles as police dispersed crowds; no arrests were immediately reported.
Parents of a college student killed in a Tesla crash allege that a design flaw prevented her from opening the door during a fire, trapping her inside and leading to her death. The lawsuit claims Tesla knew about this issue for years but did not address it, amid ongoing investigations into similar safety concerns with Tesla vehicles.
Parents of a college student killed in a Tesla crash are suing the company, alleging a design flaw that prevented their daughter from escaping a burning Cybertruck, amid ongoing investigations into Tesla's door safety issues.
BMW is recalling nearly 200,000 vehicles, mainly from 2019-2022, due to a faulty engine starter relay that can corrode, overheat, and cause fires. Owners are advised to park outside until repairs are completed, which will be free of charge, with phased replacements due to parts availability.
A viral video shows a car on fire due to a Northstar V-8 engine's head gasket failure, a common issue caused by head bolt stretching that leads to overheating and engine damage. The Northstar V-8, produced from 1993 to 2011 and used mainly in Cadillac models, is known for its complexity and luxury performance but also for head gasket problems resulting in symptoms like overheating, white smoke, and milky oil. Drivers are advised to watch for these signs and perform tests to prevent engine failure and potential fires.
A car caught fire in Boston's Interstate 90 connector tunnel on Saturday morning, just a day after multiple vehicles went up in flames in a nearby tunnel. No injuries were reported in Saturday's incident. The previous day's fire involved three vehicles and led to several people fleeing their cars, causing additional fires. Three individuals were hospitalized, and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation temporarily closed ramps for inspection.
Three cars caught fire in Boston's Ted Williams Tunnel after a crash, injuring three people and causing significant traffic disruption. The incident occurred on the HOV ramp from I-93 north to I-90 east, with witnesses reporting loud bangs and heavy smoke. Boston firefighters extinguished the fires, and the affected ramps were closed for six hours for cleanup and safety checks.
A car fire on I-95 in New Hampshire shut down the highway and sent two people, an adult and a child, to the hospital with unknown injuries. The incident occurred near the main toll plaza in Hampton and the highway was reopened Saturday evening. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Max Verstappen's tough outing at the Australian Grand Prix saw his Red Bull Racing car spew black smoke and catch fire, forcing him to retire from the race due to a stuck rear brake that led to increasing temperatures and the subsequent fire. Despite his disappointment, Carlos Sainz won the race, with Charles Leclerc finishing second and Lando Norris in third. Lewis Hamilton also faced engine trouble, finishing in 18th place, while teammate George Russell had a dramatic crash on the last lap.
Comedian Jay Leno was spotted driving his Tesla Cybertruck in Los Angeles, 11 months after a bone-breaking motorcycle crash and a terrifying car fire. Leno, known for his love of cars, showcased his older version of the Cybertruck while running errands. Despite his accidents and injuries, Leno remains resilient and continues to make jokes about his experiences, emphasizing the importance of gratitude and not complaining.
A viral TikTok video showed a woman's car on fire, with everything destroyed except for her Stanley tumbler. The president of Stanley responded by offering to replace her car and sending her more tumblers. The response generated positive reactions and increased interest in the brand.
A Parma family's 2013 Ford Explorer burst into flames shortly after they arrived home, prompting them to quickly move the car to prevent their house from catching fire. Despite having previously addressed a recall on the vehicle, the cause of the fire remains unknown. The Parma Fire Department is currently investigating the incident.
A car fire in the parking deck of a hotel in Buckhead, Atlanta, forced the evacuation of 64 people and hotel staff. The fire spread to another car and construction materials left by workers. No injuries were reported, and fire investigators are on the scene to determine the cause of the fire.
NFL free agent Leonard Fournette escaped injury after his car, a Dodge Durango, caught fire while he was driving on I-275 in Tampa. Fournette made a controlled stop and exited the vehicle before firefighters arrived to extinguish the blaze. The cause of the fire is unknown. Fournette remains a free agent after being released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette's car, a 2021 Dodge Durango, caught fire due to a mechanical issue while he was driving on I-275 in Tampa. Fournette was able to safely stop on the inside shoulder and escape without any injuries. The car suffered extensive fire damage, but Fournette expressed gratitude that he was unharmed. Emergency crews responded to extinguish the fire, and traffic in the northbound lanes was temporarily halted.