The 6to6 European tour started off with a bang for the road trippers in Athens, Greece, when a $3 million Koenigsegg Jesko Attack Nur Edition burst into flames on the first day of the journey. The car, adorned with raw carbon fiber and 24-karat gold accents, turned into a blazing inferno while cruising through the city at low speed, leaving behind a pile of melted carbon shards. This incident was a setback for Koenigsegg, as only a small number of the planned 125 Jeskos had been delivered at the time.
Upon investigation, it was revealed that the cause of the fire was a leak in the car’s pressurized hydraulic line. CEO Christian von Koenigsegg took to Instagram to explain that while other flammable liquid systems in the car remained intact, a streak of hydraulic fluid was found on the road behind the vehicle, leading to the discovery of the compromised hose at the rear of the car. In response, the company has undertaken a thorough inspection of the hydraulic systems in all produced and delivered cars, as well as developing a software update to monitor hydraulic pressure and automatically shut down the system in case of a leak.
Fortunately, the two occupants in the car in Athens escaped unharmed. Koenigsegg expressed gratitude to the owner for their support and announced plans to provide a replacement car so they could continue their Koenigsegg journey. This gesture highlighted the company’s commitment to customer service, mirroring the speed and efficiency of their high-performance vehicles.
In a bizarre turn of events, bits of raw carbon fiber allegedly from the burnt Jesko were reportedly being sold on Facebook Marketplace, despite the lack of evidence to support the claim. This incident served as a reminder of the peculiarities of online platforms and the opportunistic behavior of some individuals.
As Koenigsegg works towards ensuring the safety of their vehicles through software updates and rigorous inspections, customers can look forward to getting back on the road with peace of mind. This incident serves as a cautionary tale for car manufacturers and enthusiasts alike, emphasizing the importance of proactive maintenance and safety measures in high-performance vehicles.