Tesla Cybertruck spotted driving through Texas lake and a jet-ski rider does something cheeky
- A Tesla Cybertruck was seen driving through a reservoir in Texas
- However, a jet-skier also on the water gave onlookers a laugh
- Here’s why it might have been dangerous
Published on Apr 02, 2025 at 8:50 PM (UTC+4)
by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Last updated on Apr 03, 2025 at 12:06 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
A Tesla Cybertruck was seen driving through water in Lake Grapevine reservoir, Texas – and it’s raised some serious questions and a giggle thanks to a cheeky jet-skier.
What we know is that Wade Mode allows the Tesla Cybertruck to ‘enter and drive through bodies of water’.
It can traverse rivers or creeks – or reservoirs – however, it’s up to the driver to gauge water depth, as damage is not covered by the EV’s warranty.
However, as well as questions, this scene caught on camera also raised a laugh thanks to a nearby jet-skier.
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Tesla Cybertruck splashed by jet-skier in Texas
The scene captured by Jesus Grimaldo on TikTok was surprising anyway, due to the unusual sight of an EV in water.
But a second look reveals more.
Whether to get a better look or with a more nefarious reason, a jet-skier can be seen approaching the electric pickup from the rear.
However, it doesn’t simply come in for a look and then leave.
Rather, it picks up the pace as it approaches and turns sharply to the left at a key moment, covering the Cybertruck and its driver/captain with a Super-Soaker-like spray of water.
The EV’s abilities in water
Just one of the Tesla Cybertruck’s off-road options, Wade Mode allows Cybertrucks to drive in water – at their owner’s risk.
This doesn’t make it an aquatic vehicle, however, with a body suitable only for water defined as ‘shallow’.
Its maximum wade depth is approximately 32 inches (815mm) measuring from the bottom of the oversized tire, and muddy water should be avoided as it can reduce the effectiveness of the cooling system.
The driver should also ensure all doors and windows are fully closed, and the speed is less than 20MPH (32KMH).
Then, from the Off-Road app, you simply select ‘Wade’, which defaults the ride height to ‘Very High’.
The vehicle’s high voltage battery automatically pressurizes to protect itself from moisture and debris.
The Wade Mode icon should then appear on the touchscreen, starting a countdown for the 30 minutes permitted.
As the driver in the video appears to do, the speed should be kept to a glacial1-3MPH (2-5KMH).
When you’re back on dry land, it’s advised that you wash your vehicle immediately, and it needs to be regularly inspected for damage to the brakes, horn, and lights.
While the Texas jet-skier’s behaviour was amusing, it’s actually pretty dangerous.
“Do not drive in water next to, or immediately after, another vehicle. Currents created by other vehicles can lead to damage,” The Tesla site advises.
So, no splashing the Cybertrucks.
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