Feb 1, 2024 · If your car is on fire, get out fast and get as far away from the car as possible. A small car fire isn't going to stay small for long, and any combination of the initial causes (or complications) we'll discuss in this article will quickly make the situation much, much worse.

A vehicle fire is an undesired conflagration (uncontrolled burning) involving a motor vehicle. Also termed car fire, it is one of the most common causes of fire-related property damage.

Mar 4, 2025 · A dozen Tesla vehicles burned at a store in Toulouse, France. Arson is suspected amid global protests and vandalism attacks against Tesla and Elon Musk. Last night, a dozen Tesla vehicles burned ...

Nov 28, 2024 · Follow these steps if you're driving and you detect that something might be burning or if a fire suddenly starts. Pull Over ASAP. Safely pull over to the shoulder or side of the road as soon as...

Jan 14, 2025 · Consumer Reports explains what to do if your car catches fire, how to avoid a car fire, and why your garage needs a heat detector.

Jul 1, 2011 · Vehicle fires can involve everything from exploding struts to burning fuel to combustible metals.

Mar 22, 2023 · It's important to act quickly if a vehicle catches fire. Burning vehicles can quickly trap occupants. Mechanical and electrical issues, along with crashes, are common causes of vehicle fires. Alternative fuel vehicles pose new and dangerous threats to …

Mar 6, 2025 · A police officer in New Jersey pulled an unconscious driver from his vehicle after a crash that engulfed his car in flames.

Mar 5, 2024 · If you're considering an electric car purchase, here's what you should know about EV fires, how common they are, and what you should do if you experience one.

Apr 24, 2024 · Video shows a heroic group effort to save the life of a driver stuck in a burning vehicle in St. Paul last week.