New Zealand: Balaclava-clad carjacker fails to steal Tesla after not knowing how to open the door handles

A would-be carjacker has come unstuck after failing to break into a Tesla because he didn't know how to use the door handles. The would-be carjacker got out of his car and ran towards the Tesla when they were both stopped for traffic The man could be seen trying to grab the door handles but when he realised they were not protruding - as on traditional vehicles - he punched the door in frustration instead After knocking aggressively on the window again and gesturing for the occupant to get out, the man can then be seen giving up as the Tesla starts to drive away. Tesla door handles retract automatically after one minute if you do not use them and do not open like a regular vehicle. Tesla door handles retract inside the door, leaving a smooth service After fumbling for the door and trying to get the occupant to open the car, the man gave up when the Tesla drove away A US TikToker was stuck in her Tesla for 40 minutes during a software update as temperatures in the car reached 46C, reported Business Insider.