Texas man arrested after intentionally driving Cybertruck into lake to test 'wade mode,' police say
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Key Points:
- A Texas man intentionally drove his Tesla Cybertruck into a lake at Katie's Woods Park Boat Ramp in Grapevine to test the vehicle's "Wade Mode" feature, which is designed for shallow water driving.
- The Cybertruck became disabled and took on water, leading the driver and passengers to abandon the vehicle; the Grapevine Fire Department Water Rescue Team subsequently removed it from the lake.
- The driver was arrested and faces multiple charges, including operating a vehicle in a closed park or lake area, lacking valid boat registration, and various water safety equipment violations.
- Authorities emphasized that despite the Cybertruck's capabilities, entering shallow freshwater areas can pose legal and safety risks under Texas law.