ELON MUSK SHOCKED ABOUT THE REASON TESLA SEMI FIRE! SHUTS DOWN HIGHWAY 16 HOURS! WHAT'S HAPPENED?

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This video details a significant incident involving a Tesla Semi truck catching fire after a crash on I-80 in California. The reviewer highlights the shock of Elon Musk and the public regarding the cause, which is speculated to be mechanical damage to the 2170 battery cells following a high-speed collision with a tree. The incident resulted in a 16-hour highway closure and presented considerable challenges for firefighters due to the immense size of the 900 kWh battery pack and the toxic nature of the fire. While acknowledging that EV fires are statistically rarer than internal combustion engine fires, the video emphasizes the destructive potential and difficulty in extinguishing large EV battery fires. The incident has raised concerns about Tesla's safety protocols, public confidence in EVs, and has prompted calls to delay California's electric big truck mandate. The reviewer concludes that while the Semi will likely continue production, Tesla will need to be more cautious in its assembly and battery selection.