Arson attack on Tesla in Las Vegas – Musk speaks of terrorism

In Las Vegas, a Tesla Collision Center became the scene of another arson attack on Tesla vehicles. Several parked electric cars went up in flames, with the police suspecting deliberate arson. Tesla CEO Elon Musk described the act in a post on X (formerly Twitter) as a "terrorist act" and emphasized that his company "has done nothing to deserve such malicious attacks".

Background on the Incident

Time and Place:
The fire broke out early Tuesday morning around 2:45 a.m. local time in a Tesla body and paint shop (Collision Center) on West Badura Avenue.
Police Report:
According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD), several Tesla vehicles were set on fire. Investigators suspect a lone perpetrator or a small group, but no specific suspect has been identified yet.

Elon Musk's Reaction

Elon Musk addressed the public with clear words:

„Insane and deeply wrong – Tesla has done nothing to deserve these evil attacks.“
Musk emphasizes that Tesla only produces electric cars and that these acts of violence bear no relation to the polarizing debates surrounding his person and the company.

Increasing Attacks on Tesla

In recent months, reports of willful destruction of Tesla property have increased. Among those affected were:

Supercharger Stations, which were set on fire (most recently in Canada).
Tesla Vehicles, which were shot at or otherwise damaged.
Business Locations of Tesla, where vandalism was also committed.

Possible Motives and Investigations

The LVMPD is investigating whether the incident is part of a larger series of attacks mainly targeting Tesla and CEO Elon Musk. As Tesla becomes increasingly involved in social and political discussions, it cannot be ruled out that extremist groups or individuals are seeking public attention.

Outlook:
So far, the police have not released any concrete clues about the perpetrators or their motives. Investigations are underway to prevent further acts and to hold those responsible accountable.

Conclusion

The arson attack in Las Vegas is part of a series of violent incidents against Tesla that go far beyond normal vandalism. Elon Musk sees this as an act of "terrorist violence" and urges an end to the senseless destruction. Whether these acts are actually part of a larger campaign against Tesla will only be clarified in the course of further investigations.