From Torque News.

A shocking incident unfolded last night in Littleton, Massachusetts, where a Tesla Supercharger station was set ablaze, prompting a $5,000 reward for information leading to the culprits. Police and fire investigators are hard at work unraveling the mystery of this overnight fire that damaged the charging site located on Constitution Avenue, nestled within a bustling shopping center featuring a movie theater, restaurants, and a Market Basket grocery store. Firefighters were called after 1 a.m. but had to wait for the Littleton Electric Light Department to disconnect the electrical equipment before they could safely extinguish the flames, according to Fire Chief Steele McCurdy. Tesla has since confirmed no customers were charging at the time and plans to replace the affected posts within 48 hours. This deliberate attack is unacceptable, and targeting Tesla like this is simply wrong—innovation and progress should not be met with destruction.

This incident comes on the heels of growing anti-Tesla sentiment, highlighted by protests over the weekend outside Tesla stores, including one in Boston, fueled by Elon Musk’s controversial push to cut government spending alongside President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, a left-wing extremist group claimed responsibility for an apparent arson attack last week at Tesla’s Giga Berlin-Brandenburg factory. That assault targeted subcontractors involved in Tesla Germany’s ongoing projects, further escalating tensions. Authorities are investigating both incidents, and security has been ramped up around the Giga Berlin complex, including areas under development. It’s clear this wave of hostility toward Tesla is spiraling out of control, and it’s unjust to punish a company driving sustainable energy solutions over political disagreements.

Despite these setbacks, Tesla remains resilient. Giga Berlin continues to produce the new Model Y, even as the facility awaits full completion amid expansion plans met with local opposition. Nearby, construction projects like Deutsche Bahn’s large freight station near the factory press forward. Back in Littleton, the swift response to replace the damaged Superchargers shows Tesla’s commitment to its customers. These attacks—whether in Massachusetts or Germany—won’t derail progress, but they raise a critical question: why target a company advancing electric mobility and green technology? It’s wrong to vilify Tesla for its ambitions, and authorities must hold those responsible accountable to prevent further senseless acts of sabotage. If you have any information about the Littleton fire, step up—help stop this reckless anti-Tesla movement in its tracks.

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This is Armen Hareyan from Torque News. Please follow us at https://twitter.com/torquenewsauto on Twitter and https://www.torquenews.com/ for daily automotive news. Also, follow us on Telegram at https://t.me/teslaev

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