Can you blow up a car?

Now, when it comes to the automobile vehicles, there is a meager amount of oxygen in the fuel tank that prevents the fire. And afterward, the explosion of the car. So, to blow up a car by shooting the gas tank is only possible by punching a hole in the tank for the oxygen to enter and heat to evolve.

1. Is it possible for a car to blow up?
2. What happens if you blow up a car?
3. Is it illegal to explode a car?

Is it possible for a car to blow up?

It might be relatively rare, but motor vehicles do explode and catch fire. ... Feist walked us through some of the most common causes of vehicles fires and explosions: Battery: "The battery could blow up, which would sound and look like the car exploded," he says.

What happens if you blow up a car?

The definition of a blown engine is one that has been so severely damaged that it needs to be replaced or completely rebuilt. The damage is so extensive that it affects the majority of the engine parts. The damage can include a cracked block, destroyed pistons, damaged intake and and exhaust valves.

Is it illegal to explode a car?

Sure you can blow up your own car! You will be prosecuted for damaging any public property and/or causing public nuisance.