Model 3 Explodes

[JDRGolfer1]

Well this probably isn't good for Tesla:

Tesla Model 3 reportedly explodes in Shanghai parking garage

https://www.cnbc.com/2021/01/21/tes...-parking-garage.html?__source=androidappshare

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[GoGoGadgetMachE]

Well this probably isn't good for Tesla:

Tesla Model 3 reportedly explodes in Shanghai parking garage

https://www.cnbc.com/2021/01/21/tes...-parking-garage.html?__source=androidappshare

hot story

burning up the wires

explosive if true

boom goes the dynatelsa

etc.

(also let's see how long until someone says "BUT KUGA RECALL")

 

[ay221]

It was in an accident. Hopefully Mach-E's batteries are more protected, but this would be a problem for current battery technology. With something like solid state batteries, it would not be an issue.

 

[JamieGeek]

hot story

burning up the wires

explosive if true

boom goes the dynatelsa

etc.

(also let's see how long until someone says "BUT KUGA RECALL")

But the Kuga (and Bolt) recalls! LOL


/sarcasm

 

[Raymondjram]

So the Model 3 has less protection between cells than expected. GM and Ford use batteries that have metallic layers between cells for cooling which also protects surrounding cells from shrapnel if one cell explodes. Tesla cells, with less metal layers, have more energy density per volume and battery weight, but I prefer a safer battery instead of a bigger one. I have samples of Tesla 21700 cells and Panasonic cells used in Ford hybrids, such as my Fusion. The construction difference is visible even for a layperson.

I have yet to read any news of Ford or GM EVs exploding or catching fire.

 

[GoGoGadgetMachE]

I have yet to read any news of Ford or GM EVs exploding or catching fire.

you... need to be a little careful there.

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