Heavy rains in China brought many surprises. One of these was videos showing Tesla Model 3 vehicles can easily move on roads covered in rainwater. This situation, technology And engineering It became a living example of how design can defy natural conditions.

Teslas”amphibianWe know that it is not a vehicle produced for the purpose of moving easily both on land and in water, but as we see in these videos it can be used for short periods in some cases. It can move in water.

Tesla swimming mode: on

We noted that the Tesla Model 3 or other Tesla models are not designed to float or move on water. However, Elon Musk has said in the past on X (Twitter) that Tesla cars were short-lived can swim in waterHe even said it could move “like a boat.”

We have included a video on this topic in our content titled “Video of the electric Tesla Model 3 driving through water without any problems”. In fact, this situation is; the movement of the wheels as a kind of “propellerIt is the ability to cover short distances in water using such means.

This means that the Tesla motor can continue to work even if it enters the water. So how?

First of all, unlike gasoline vehicles, Tesla’s electric motor It doesn’t need air. So it can even work underwater. At the same time Tesla battery And engine It is designed to protect important components, such as against water, by sealing them tightly. Moreover, Tesla’s motor is powerful enough to turn the wheels even in water.

If the vehicle is completely submerged and watertight, it is possible for the vehicle to float. This is because the vehicle’s battery pack is located on the underside of the vehicle It gives the vehicle a low center of gravity. In addition, the car’s battery pack is well sealed, allowing the vehicle to be moved safely.

of the car weight is also evenly distributed, which means stable helps it stay. In addition, tires are aerodynamically designed and have a high pressure rating, which reduces water resistance. We can think of the rotation of the wheel as the oars of the electric car that allow it to glide over the water.

But remember: this doesn’t mean you have to use your Tesla like a sea vessel! What Elon Musk said is just interesting information and not a reason to test this ability. Putting a Tesla in water can damage the vehicle and this is certainly not covered by the warranty!

But still, making videos like this while sitting in a Tesla and making SEAWAYS jokes is a good thing.