A Tesla Cybertruck crashed in California’s Piedmont on Wednesday afternoon, leaving three people dead and prompting an investigation. According to local media reports, the vehicle’s automated crash safety system alerted authorities to the incident by dialing 911.
A fatal crash involving a Tesla Cybertruck occurred early Wednesday in Piedmont, California, resulting in three deaths and one serious injury. The accident happened around 3:08 a.m. when the Cybertruck mounted a curb, struck a cement wall, and became wedged between the wall and a… pic.twitter.com/31CF7q1rGb
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The crash occurred around 3:00 a.m. on Wednesday. By the time police arrived, the vehicle was engulfed in flames. A nearby driver reportedly stopped and pulled the Cybertruck’s driver from the car before the fire spread further.
While the driver was taken to a nearby medical facility for treatment, the severity of their injuries remains unclear. Unfortunately, three other passengers in the vehicle were pronounced dead at the scene.
The incident highlights Tesla’s advanced safety alert systems, which played a critical role in notifying authorities, but it also raises concerns about the safety and performance of such vehicles during severe crashes. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the accident.