EV fires have been synonymous with two-wheelers but the concern is now extending to cars as a video of an electric car, the Nexon EV from Tata Motors has been filmed on fire in Mumbai. The video shows a Tata Nexon EV engulfed in flames at Vasai and water being hurled at it.
Tata Nexon EV is the country's highest-selling electric car and the exact reason for the fire remains unknown, though Tata Motors has assured of an investigation.
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"A detailed investigation is currently being conducted to ascertain the facts of the recent isolated thermal incident that is doing the rounds on social media. We will share a detailed response after our complete investigation. We remain committed to the safety of our vehicles and their users. This is a first incident after more than 30,000 EVs have cumulatively covered over 1 million km across the country in nearly 4 years." Tata Motors said in a press statement.