Tesla Fact Check: Real Products, Fake Leaks, and Wild Rumors Debunked

Tesla is arguably the most scrutinized company on the planet. For every legitimate innovation like Full Self-Driving or the Cybertruck, there are a dozen rumors about flying cars, smartphones, and magical healing beds. It can be hard to tell the difference, especially when the company's CEO, Elon Musk, frequently jokes about products that later become real.

From electric jets to novelty tequila, here is the ultimate breakdown of Tesla fact versus fiction.

1. The Electric Jet and eVTOL Dreams

Many analysts, including those at Morgan Stanley, have predicted that Tesla would eventually dominate the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) market. It makes sense on paper: Tesla has the battery tech and the motors. But is it happening?

Verdict: Unlikely.

While Elon Musk admitted in a 2014 interview to having a design for an electric supersonic VTOL jet, he has since clarified that his "brain is worn out" with current projects. Between electric cars, rockets, and robots, a Tesla Jet isn't on the roadmap anytime soon.

2. The Flying Roadster

However, flight isn't entirely off the table. The Tesla Roadster, originally unveiled in 2017, has faced massive delays. Part of the reason? Musk claims they are adding rocket technology to it.

Verdict: Technically Possible.

Musk has stated, "The new Tesla Roadster can fly," comparing it to a vehicle crazier than anything James Bond drove. While this might manifest as short "hops" or hovering capability via SpaceX thrusters rather than sustained flight, this is one "crazy" rumor that the CEO continues to confirm.

3. The Tesla Electric Motorcycle (Model M)

Search YouTube, and you will find dozens of high-quality renders of a "Model M" electric motorcycle. It seems like a logical step for an EV company, right?

Verdict: Never Happening.

This is one product Elon Musk has explicitly vetoed. Musk explained, "I actually used to ride motorcycles when I was a kid... until I was 17 when I was almost killed by a truck so we are not going to do motorcycles." He considers them too dangerous to manufacture safely.

4. The "Joke" Products That Are Actually Real

One reason people believe fake Tesla rumors is that the company actually produces ridiculous novelty items. What often starts as an internet meme or a joke tweet frequently ends up in the Tesla shop.

Tesla Tequila: What started as an April Fool's joke about "Teslaquilla" became a sold-out premium spirit in a lightning-bolt bottle.

Short Shorts: To mock Wall Street investors who "shorted" Tesla stock, the company released red satin shorts priced at $69.420.

CyberBeer: Following the Cybertruck design language, Tesla released the CyberBeer and CyberStein set. However, despite the $150 price tag, early reviews were poor, with reports of rusty caps and bad taste.

Cyberquad for Kids: While the full-sized ATV is still missing in action, Tesla did release (and briefly recall) a functional electric quad for children.

5. The Tesla Pi Phone

Perhaps the most persistent rumor on the internet is the "Tesla Pi Phone," which allegedly features solar charging and direct satellite internet.

Verdict: Fake.

Elon Musk has shut this down repeatedly. He has stated that smartphones are "yesterday's technology" compared to Neuralink. He mentioned he would only consider making a phone if Apple or Google kicked apps like Twitter (X) off their stores, calling the idea of making a phone something that "makes me want to die."

6. AR Glasses and Smartwatches

Rumors suggest Tesla is making AR glasses to help drivers see Autopilot data. This fundamentally misunderstands Tesla's goal.

Verdict: Fake.

Tesla's Full Self-Driving strategy is based on an "eyes-off" future where the car does the work. They don't want to clutter your vision with data; they want you to ignore the road entirely eventually.

7. Solar-Powered Vehicles

The dream of a car that never needs to be plugged in is strong. Musk even tweeted about the Cybertruck having solar wings.

Verdict: Stalled Concept.

Musk claimed solar wings could generate 30–40 miles of range per day. In reality, the Cybertruck shipped without this feature. While third-party solar wraps exist, they are expensive and delicate. The surface area on a car is simply too small for efficient solar charging with current technology.

8. Brand Confusion: Toasters and Microwaves

Have you seen the Tesla Toaster or Microwave videos? These are often used as proof that Musk is taking over the kitchen.

Verdict: Mistaken Identity.

There is a real company called Tesla that makes appliances—but it is completely unrelated to Elon Musk's EV company. If you see a Tesla air fryer, it's not from the maker of the Model Y.

9. The Mythical "Model 2"

For years, fans have awaited the $25,000 "Model 2."

Verdict: Pivot to Robotaxi.

"Model 2" was a media-invented name. While Tesla is working on cheaper manufacturing platforms, their focus has shifted heavily toward the dedicated Cybercab and autonomous networks rather than a traditional budget car for consumers to drive themselves.

10. RVs and Boats

Finally, we have the heavy hitters: The Tesla Semi Motorhome and the Cyberboat.

Verdict: Fan Fiction.

The internet loves to render luxury RVs on the Tesla Semi chassis, but Tesla is focused on mass scalability, not niche luxury travel. Similarly, while Musk once claimed the Cybertruck could float briefly, it is definitely not a boat.

Conclusion

Tesla is a company where the line between a joke and a product release is incredibly thin. They won't make a motorcycle or a phone, but they will sell you a whistle or a bottle of tequila. When seeing "leaks" online, it's always best to remember Musk's focus: scalability and autonomy. If a product doesn't help Tesla sell millions of units or solve self-driving, it's probably just a rumor.