Tesla Cybertruck driver arrested after driving into lake to use 'wade mode'
5 hours ago
- #Wade Mode
- #Arrest
- #Tesla Cybertruck
- A Tesla Cybertruck driver was arrested in Texas for intentionally driving into Grapevine Lake to use the vehicle's 'wade mode' feature.
- The vehicle became stuck and took on water, leading to its recovery by police and fire rescue teams from the shoreline.
- The driver faces charges for operating in a closed section of the lake and violating water safety equipment regulations.
- Tesla's manual states that 'wade mode' allows driving through water up to 81.5 cm deep, but warns drivers to gauge depth and notes that water damage is not covered by warranty.
- Police emphasized the legal and safety concerns of driving vehicles into water, even if technically possible, under Texas law.