Overview

• The fire began at 4:52 p.m. on May 1, 2025, at a charging station on Google’s Mountain View campus, involving a Jeep Wrangler EV, two Teslas, and a Honda.
• Mountain View Fire Department confirmed the origin of the fire was the Jeep Wrangler EV’s lithium-ion battery charging system.
• Firefighters arrived within minutes, using a preconnected hose line to contain the blaze and prevent further damage.
• The incident caused an estimated $275,000 in damages, including the vehicles and the charging station.
• Officials are reviewing safety protocols for EV charging infrastructure as lithium-ion battery fires raise broader concerns about public and corporate preparedness.