Tesla Cybertruck driver arrested after driving into lake to use 'wade mode', police say
Summary
A man in Texas was arrested after driving his Tesla Cybertruck into Grapevine Lake to use its "wade mode," a feature designed to let the truck go through water up to about 32 inches deep. The vehicle became stuck and took on water, and the driver faced charges for driving in a closed part of the lake and water safety violations.Key Facts
- The incident happened at Grapevine Lake in north Texas.
- The driver intentionally drove the Cybertruck into the water to try out the "wade mode."
- Wade mode lets the Cybertruck drive through water up to 81.5 cm (32 inches) deep, measured from the bottom of the tire.
- The vehicle became disabled, partially submerged, and had to be recovered with help from the local fire department's water rescue team.
- The driver was arrested for operating a vehicle in a closed lake area and for water safety equipment violations.
- Tesla warns drivers to check the water depth before entering and says damage from water is not covered by warranty.
- Tesla advises against driving in fast or deep water, such as strong currents or rapids.
- The Cybertruck is a new electric pickup made from durable steel, launched in 2019 and released to the public in 2023.
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