Man shares viral video of Tesla charging during Hurricane Milton
Courtesy: X
A viral video of a Tesla charging during the powerful Hurricane Milton has sparked online discussions, showcasing the vehicle’s reliability under extreme weather conditions.
Posted by a user named Mr. Nasty on X, the footage captures the Tesla charging amidst howling winds and pouring rain along the Gulf Coast as the category-three storm battered the region.
In the video, Mr. Nasty can be heard saying, "It’s charging" as he walks across the storm-lashed car park, visibly impressed by the feat.
The video has gained over 11.3K views since it was posted on October 10th, and users have marveled at the car's capability.
"Yes, you can charge a Tesla during a category 4 Hurricane Milton in Florida if you didn’t know," he captioned the video, adding a humorous reference to Florida's viral figure, Lt. Dan.
— Mr. Nasty (@MrNaztyHD) October 10, 2024
Though Tesla’s performance in cold weather has faced criticism, this instance of the vehicle charging during a hurricane highlights its durability and technological advancements.
While EV owners were advised to move their cars out of surge areas due to the corrosive nature of saltwater, Tesla’s ability to weather such a severe storm offers reassurance to current and future EV users.