Currently, an event is taking place off the coast of Portugal that will fill the eyes of car fans. A ship carrying nearly 4,000 cars for Volkswagen Group to sell in the US caught fire due to a malfunction. Although it is pleasing to learn that the 22 crew members on board are in good health, what we will tell you now is the kind that will hurt your heart.
Auto enthusiasts know well. Volkswagen also includes giant companies such as Porsche, Audi and Lamborghini. Here, all of the 4,000 cars in the ship called Felicity Ace, which surrendered to the flames, belonged to the Volkswagen group. While Porsche announced that it had 1,100 cars on that ship, there was no clear number statement from Audi, Lamborghini and Volkswagen.
The ship surrendered to the flames drifting in the Atlantic Ocean
According to the information received, Felicity Ace had set off from Emden, Germany and was located in Rhode Island in the south of the USA. He was going to the area. However, this journey has turned into a nightmare shortly after it started. The worst part is; The crew of 22 were evacuated from the ship, and the ship, containing 4,000 luxury cars, is moving on its own in the Atlantic Ocean. By the way; It should be noted that the ship is still burning, but it has been reported that the fire is generally under control.
Volkswagen states that it is too early to say anything about the issue, and that they are not aware of the latest situation at the moment. Details such as how many of the vehicles were burned, and which brand and model the burned vehicles were, remain unclear for the time being.