The city of Lewisville, Texas, confirmed a Tesla charging device ignited an "intense" house fire that engulfed a Lexus and the home's upper floors Monday.

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A Tesla charging unit sparked a two-alarm garage fire in Lewisville, Texas, on Monday and caused extensive damage to a second car and the upper floors of a home, a city spokesman said. (KDFW)

Aerial footage showed extensive damage, including a Lexus completely charred and structural damage to the roof and garage area of the home.

Tesla, through its Tesla Electric division, is partnering with Sunrun to offer electric plans to Texas homeowners. After gaining

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