Last Saturday (14/10), after the Hamas raiding settlements in Otaf, in the Gaza Strip, a resident of Mefalsim, whose identity remains confidential, was summoned by the emergency squad to provide assistance in the area.
On the way to the site, he was confronted by a pickup truck carrying Hamas members. Recognizing him as a target, they opened fire on his vehicle.
According to the account of the driver, who is known only as “G.”, the Hamas members were heavily armed with Kalashnikov AK-47 rifles and high-caliber machine guns.
Despite flat tires and bullet impacts, the Tesla Model 3’s all-wheel-drive AWD system and dual motor proved vital in keeping the vehicle on the road and allowed it to get to the hospital on time.
“I had to get to the hospital as quickly as possible and I was driving at 180 km/hour with flat tires,” reported G.
The newspaper of Israel reported that approximately 100 projectiles hit the car. It is surprising that the driver survived, given the extent of the damage. G. suffered injuries to his hands, legs and a scrape on his head. He said:
“The car continued to move, the battery did not stop, but it received many shots. There isn’t a part that hasn’t been shot. It still works if you press the accelerator, but I think I should already be thinking about my next Tesla.”
The images of the vehicle after the attack are truly impressive. Considering the number of shots the vehicle suffered, it is a testimony to the resistance and safety that a Tesla can offer in situations of extreme danger.
The role of the Tesla Model 3 in this case
The Tesla Model 3 Performance has demonstrated its worth not only in terms of performance, but also in terms of safety.
All-wheel drive (AWD) and dual motor allowed the vehicle to remain under control even with flat tires. This feature was crucial for the survival of the driver.
Interestingly, the Model 3 also played a vital role in helping G.’s wife track him down. As soon as Tesla arrived at the hospital, he sent a notification through the Tesla app, letting his wife know immediately that he was safe.
This remarkable incident highlights the incredible performance and durability of the Tesla Model 3 Performance in extreme situations. The story shows the ingenuity of Tesla’s technology and how much a well-designed vehicle can be a matter of life or death in exceptional circumstances.
