Toyota BZ4x lands in the Atlantic: the passenger tries to stop it with a snow broom. The fire brigade and towing company had to work together to recover the electric car.
According to the US Coast Guard, saltwater intrusion into electric vehicle batteries can lead to a fire. While it is unlikely that the car caught fire underwater, it is plausible that a thermal event could occur long after the incident. However, one thing is certain: the Toyota Bz4x is a total loss.