This archive report was first published on 8 July 2021.
On July 8, 2021, a motorist in Nairobi suffered a devastating loss when his Mercedes Benz burst into flames along Valley Road.
A video captured the car burning from its bonnet area and slowly spreading to the rest of the vehicle. The incident took place outside Association of Evangelical in Africa (AEA) Plaza near Department of Defence headquarters (DoD) at around 6:30 p.m.
The cause of the fire is still unclear, but experts point to various factors that may lead to car fires, including electrical wiring issues, fuel system problems, and even cigarettes left in the car.
According to Statista, there were around 181,500 highway vehicle fires reported worldwide in 2018. Motorists are advised to be aware of warning signs such as fuses that blow repeatedly, spilled oil under the hood, and oil or other fluid leaks under the vehicle.
Photos of the incident can be seen below:
