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Tesla Cybertruck Fire in Seattle Sparks Investigation and Speculation

Four Tesla Cybertrucks were damaged in a fire at a Seattle storage lot, with authorities investigating potential causes as protests against Elon Musk's government role persist.

A person inspects a burned Cybertruck in a Tesla lot in Seattle, Monday, March 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Manuel Valdes)
ATF investigators and a member of the Seattle Fire Department inspect burned Tesla Cybertrucks at a Tesla lot in Seattle, Monday, March 10, 2025. AP/PTI(AP03_11_2025_000020B)
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Overview

  • A fire in Seattle damaged four Tesla Cybertrucks late Sunday night, with no injuries or additional property damage reported.
  • The Seattle Police Department and ATF are investigating the incident, but no evidence of arson or suspects has been confirmed so far.
  • The fire occurred in a fenced storage lot housing 50 to 80 Tesla vehicles awaiting delivery to dealerships or buyers.
  • The incident comes amidst ongoing protests against Elon Musk's role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency, which has implemented controversial federal job cuts.
  • Speculation about the fire being linked to anti-Musk protests remains unverified, and officials have not determined whether foul play was involved.