A fire at a Tesla dealership on the outskirts of Rome destroyed at least 17 electric vehicles early Monday morning.
Italian authorities are investigating the incident as a possible act of arson, with the special police unit Digos leading the probe. Tesla owner Elon Musk labeled the fire an act of 'terrorism,' though no group has claimed responsibility. Surveillance footage from the vehicles is being reviewed as part of the investigation.
No injuries were reported, and the dealership was unoccupied at the time of the fire.
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