Tesla Semi Fire in California Renews Scrutiny Over Electric Class 8 Truck Reliability

A Tesla Semi caught fire without an apparent collision along Interstate 880 in Northern California, shutting down evening traffic and renewing safety concerns around the commercial hauler. The incident highlights the steep learning curve emerging electric truckmakers face when designing heavy-duty vehicles for demanding fleet duty cycles. As investigators evaluate the cause of the blaze, early reliability issues pose fresh questions for operators considering electric Class 8 conversions.