Janice R. Andrews
North Las Vegas, United States
A Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on the morning of January 1, 2025, leading to the immediate evacuation of the hotel. The blast caused one death and several injuries to bystanders in the area.
Local authorities are considering the explosion as a potential terrorist attack, and an investigation is underway. A video shared by @ChrisSaad on social media captured the chaos, showing hotel guests and staff quickly evacuating while emergency teams arrived at the scene.
Witnesses described hearing a loud explosion followed by thick smoke and flames engulfing the vehicle. Security protocols across Las Vegas have been tightened as law enforcement works to determine the cause of the incident.
Tesla has not yet commented on the explosion involving one of its Cybertrucks, which is known for its futuristic design and durability.
