Tesla Cybertruck Driver Arrested After Attempting 'Wade Mode' in Texas Lake
A Texas man, identified as Jimmy Jack McDaniel, was arrested after attempting to drive his Tesla Cybertruck into Grapevine Lake to test the vehicle's 'Wade Mode' feature. The incident occurred late Tuesday evening, prompting a response from first responders and officers to recover the disabled vehicle near the shoreline. The Cybertruck, which was submerged beyond its recommended wade depth, took on water and became inoperable, leaving McDaniel and his passenger stranded. They eventually abandoned the vehicle, which was later retrieved by a crane. The 'Wade Mode' feature is designed to allow the Cybertruck to drive through water up to 32 inches deep by adjusting the ride height, but the water in this instance exceeded that limit.