As Typhoon Gaemi pummeled Taiwan with torrential rain, causing widespread flooding, a reckless Tesla driver disregarded warnings and plunged into the submerged streets.
Ignoring the urgent pleas of Taiwanese authorities for residents to seek shelter, this individual, emboldened by Elon Musk’s claims of Tesla’s aquatic capabilities, transformed a perilous situation into a brazen display of disregard for safety.
Shocking footage captured the white Tesla going through floodwaters, its windshield wipers futilely battling not raindrops, but waves.
The occupants, oblivious to the potential dangers lurking beneath the surface, laughed as the car became a makeshift boat. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of ignoring safety guidelines, even when armed with seemingly advanced technology.
Recent footage circulating on X depicts a Tesla going through a flooded roadway, prompting comparisons to Elon Musk’s past claims about the aquatic capabilities of his electric vehicles.
Musk has previously asserted that Tesla models possess sufficient water resistance to temporarily function as boats, a claim initially sparked by a viral video of a Model S floating through a flooded tunnel.
This notion was further amplified with the introduction of the Cybertruck, which Musk described as “waterproof enough” for brief aquatic excursions.
While some Cybertruck owners have successfully tested the vehicle’s Wade Mode in controlled conditions, others have encountered challenges, including vehicle damage and difficulties exiting bodies of water. These incidents highlight the limitations of the technology and the potential risks associated with such endeavors.
