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Tesla Cybertruck Stranded in River, Reliability Questions Arise

4/29/2025

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A daring driver put Tesla's Cybertruck to the test in California's Truckee River, attempting to prove Elon Musk's claim that it could float. However, the truck became stranded while in 'Wade Mode,' prompting the California Highway Patrol to caution that this feature is not waterproof. This incident follows previous mishaps, including a breakdown in a car wash, raising concerns about the vehicle's reliability.

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Story summary

A daring driver put Tesla's Cybertruck to the test in California's Truckee River, attempting to prove Elon Musk's claim that it could float. However, the truck became stranded while in 'Wade Mode,' prompting the California Highway Patrol to caution that this feature is not waterproof. This incident follows previous mishaps, including a breakdown in a car wash, raising concerns about the vehicle's reliability.