Elon Musk’s Tesla Hover Shoe Viral Video On Instagram Is A Deepfake: How To Spot One

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video on a popular social media platform Instagram is going viral where Elon Musk-owned Tesla is 'showcasing' the TESLA GLIDE, a next-generation levitating shoe that allows a person to hover above the ground.. The post claimed that at the Indian International Consumer Expo (IICE) 2025, Tesla shocked the audience with the Tesla Glide. According to the post, a live demo showed the presenter gliding smoothly across the stage, floating a few inches in the air. The caption further claimed that the shoe is powered by magnetic levitation and AI motion control, calling it 'the future of walking — redefining gravity itself.'

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However, Times Now Tech checked the viral clip and can now confirm that the video is a deepfake. There is no such product announced by Tesla, and the video has been created using AI tools.Tesla is known for electric cars, humanoid robots energy products and AI research. The company has never hinted at any personal levitation product or hover shoe technology. A product like this would require advanced propulsion, heavy engineering and safety tests. If Tesla had invented something so big, it would be announced through an official event or an X (Twitter) post from Musk himself. None of that has happened.

Signs The Video Is A Deepfake

The Instagram reel may look real at first but there are many clear signs that it is an AI-made deepfake. In the video, peresentrer's face looks slightly odd, with blurred edges and very smooth skin. her expressions also do not match the body movements properly. These are common signs of deepfake videos. The way the shoes lift off the ground also looks fake.ALSO READ: 'What Is The Biggest Threat To Humanity?' What Elon Musk Said On ‘Interesting’ Post If a person was actually hovering, there would be some visible technology or support, which is missing here. The audio in the clip also sounds too perfect and does not match the background which usually happens when AI voice tools are used. Another simple clue is that the video was posted by an account that is not connected to Tesla or Elon Musk. Many Instagram pages now use AI to create fake 'future tech' videos just to get views, and this appears to be one of them.

Why Deepfake Videos Spread So Fast

Deepfakes are becoming extremely common because AI tools can generate highly realistic visuals within minutes. Many users watch Reels quickly and don’t verify facts. When a video features a famous personality like Musk, people tend to believe it without checking authenticity. Social media algorithms also push such sensational content because it gets high engagement.

How To Spot Deepfakes Easily

- Look for mismatched lip movement or strange blinking- Check if the skin looks unusually smooth or wax-like- See if lighting and shadows look unnatural- Verify if the company has officially announced the product- Check the credibility of the creator posting the video