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Tesla Inc. (formerly Tesla Motors) is an energy + technology company originally from California and currently headquartered in Austin, Texas.

They produce electric vehicles (with a heavy focus on autonomy), batteries, and energy/solar products for the grid.

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

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While not recommended, we've already seen existing models being used as watercraft for brief periods of time.

Will Cybertruck be even more waterproof?

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[–] Knasen 4 points 1 year ago

I like the contrast between these articles:

https://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/hybrid-electric/a33545381/can-tesla-model-3-float/

https://techstory.in/tesla-owners-battery-damaged-by-water-ingress-not-covered-by-warranty/

On one hand, Elon insinuates alot sorrounding water and the vehicles, and then on the other hand they turn out water damaged.

Sure, even boats get water damaged and they are designed to be in water but still.