Police in Austin rushed to a Tesla showroom Monday morning after several suspicious devices were found on the property. The bomb squad was immediately called in, and authorities later confirmed that the devices were “incendiary” in nature—essentially, designed to start fires or cause damage. Fortunately, officers were able to remove them safely without any incidents.
The discovery adds to a growing list of attacks on Tesla locations and vehicles across the country. The FBI, which is leading the investigation, has now formed a task force to look into the string of recent vandalism cases. A spokesperson for the agency made it clear that they are taking the situation seriously, calling these attacks acts of domestic terrorism and vowing to hold those responsible accountable.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) was also on the scene, assisting the FBI as they gathered evidence. Officials are urging the public to stay alert, report anything suspicious, and keep an eye out for any threats related to Tesla dealerships or charging stations.
This latest incident comes at a time when Tesla has been facing ongoing criticism and protests, especially following CEO Elon Musk’s involvement with former President Donald Trump’s administration. In fact, just days before this attack, the Justice Department had already launched an investigation into several cases of Tesla-related vandalism across multiple states.
Trump himself responded to the attacks in a Truth Social post, suggesting that anyone caught targeting Tesla properties should serve their prison time in El Salvador. Meanwhile, Attorney General Pam Bondi labeled the situation as outright domestic terrorism, emphasizing that the level of destruction and violence is deeply concerning.
With the FBI and other federal agencies now fully engaged, it’s clear that law enforcement is treating these attacks as a major threat. Investigators are determined to track down whoever is behind them and put a stop to the growing wave of vandalism against the company.
