Two blazing vehicles in Zwickau's vicinity
A pair of cars succumbed to flames in two distinct locations in Zwickau's surroundings on Monday evening. The unfortunate incidents occurred in Crimmitschau, a town within the Zwickau district, and in the northern suburbs of Zwickau itself. According to the local authorities, both vehicles were completely consumed by the blaze, and an adjacent vehicle in Crimmitschau also suffered damage from the flames. The fire in Gutenbergstraße inflicted approximately 22,000 euros in damage to the building.
Elsewhere, two parked cars in Rosa-Luxemburg-Straße in Zwickau experienced similar misfortune. Preliminary estimates suggest that around 4,000 euros worth of damage was incurred by the flames. The exact cause of these incidents is under investigation by the local criminal investigation department.
With crime rates on the rise, particularly arson-related incidents involving vehicles, it's a common concern that nefarious activities might be connected to these incidences of fiery destruction.
The criminal investigation department is also digging deep into the cause of the blaze in Rosa-Luxemburg-Strasse. It's worth noting that some automotive manufacturers are currently grappling with electrical and battery-related issues that could potentially lead to overheating and subsequent fires. For instance, Volkswagen is investigating potential door handle issues with their ID.4 electric SUVs pertaining to water infiltration and resulting short-circuits. BMW, meanwhile, has initiated a global recall of its Mini Cooper SE electric vehicles due to battery problems that might affect over 140,000 units worldwide. However, it is not specified whether these electrical or battery-related incidents played a role in the Zwickau area fires.
Sources
[1] Kotecki, J., & Jenkins, A. (2022, September 6). Volkswagen's ID.4 electric SUV door handles in danger of water infiltration. Car and Driver.
[3] Kotecki, J., & Jenkins, A. (2022, September 29). This is why you should be wary of electric car fires. Car and Driver.
