A video circulating on social media captured a severe fire that broke out around 3:00 pm on March 27th (local time) at Zhixin Square, Longgang, Wenzhou, China.
A electric vehicle suddenly erupted in flames. The fire not only completely engulfed the electric car but also quickly spread to a Porsche parked next to it, charring the body, shattering the windshield, and causing extensive interior damage.
It is understood that the electric car that caught fire was a “low-speed electric vehicle“, also known as an “elderly car” – a popular mode of transportation for seniors or those without a steady hand at driving. This type of vehicle does not require a complex driver’s license but is often deemed less safe. Despite a maximum speed of around 45 km/h, these cars often mix with regular traffic, increasing the risk of accidents.
According to eyewitness accounts, the electric car initially caught fire and then exploded, causing the blaze to spread to nearby shops and the adjacent Porsche.
The Porsche owner was not present when the fire started. Upon receiving the news and arriving at the scene, he remained calm, but as the fire department was delayed, he started to show signs of worry.
After the fire department received the alert, approximately three fire trucks were dispatched to control the blaze. By the time the fire was extinguished, the electric car was left as a charred frame, while the Porsche suffered extensive damage to its body, possibly beyond repair.
The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and no information has been released regarding liability and compensation.
On social media, many speculated that the incident might have been caused by a battery malfunction, a common issue with cheap electric vehicles of questionable manufacturing quality. Low-speed electric vehicles in China are notorious for their subpar safety standards compared to regular electric cars, making them more prone to fires and explosions.
TH (Tuoitrethudo)
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