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FIRST BURNT-OUT EV ON FREMANTLE HIGHWAY REVEALED: LEAKED PHOTO! | AUTO EXPERT JOHN CADOGAN
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This video presents photographic evidence of a burnt-out Porsche Taycan on the Fremantle Highway car carrier, directly contradicting claims that all electric vehicles (EVs) on board survived the fire. The host, John Cadogan, uses this image as a 'smoking gun' to argue against what he terms 'EV evangelism' and the denial of inherent risks associated with transporting EVs and hybrids. While acknowledging the potential benefits of EVs as an alternative to internal combustion engines, Cadogan criticizes the 'cult-like' behavior of some EV proponents who refuse to acknowledge risks. He highlights that while the cause of the fire remains officially undetermined and not linked to EVs by the salvage company, the presence of large lithium-ion batteries inherently elevates risk during transport. The video emphasizes that the focus should be on improving safety standards rather than denying potential dangers, citing an increase in ship fires involving lithium-ion batteries.
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| Brand | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Model | Taycan |