A significant fire occurred near the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on January 1, 2025, attributed to a malfunctioning Tesla Cybertruck. The incident rapidly escalated as flames engulfed a parked rental vehicle. Local fire department reported that the fire was first detected around 10 a.m. PST. First responders arrived five minutes later and faced challenges in bringing the blaze under control due to the vehicle’s lithium-ion batteries. Fire Chief Alan Kearney stated, ‘We were able to contain the fire quickly, but these electric vehicles can be particularly difficult to extinguish.’ Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Guests and staff were evacuated promptly, and hotel operations were minimally affected. The Tesla Cybertruck model involved in the incident was rented out through Turo, a peer-to-peer car-sharing platform that has recently seen increased usage in Las Vegas. Turo spokesperson Lisa Reynolds remarked, ‘Safety is our top priority, and we are reviewing our processes to prevent incidents like this in the future.’ The incident raised further questions regarding electric vehicle safety standards, particularly concerning high-temperature fires. Investigations are ongoing, with authorities examining the vehicle’s history with Turo and its maintenance records. This incident comes amid a growing trend in electric vehicle rentals in major cities across the United States.
Fire Erupts Near Trump Hotel in Las Vegas Due to Faulty Cybertruck
