U.S. launches probe into nearly 2.9 million Tesla cars after crashes linked to self-driving system
Traffic safety regulators cite reports of Tesla vehicles with self-driving tech driving through red traffic signals and making dangerous lane changes.
Traffic safety regulators cite reports of Tesla vehicles with self-driving tech driving through red traffic signals and making dangerous lane changes.

It follows investigation into crashes which occurred when firm's Autopilot system was in use.

The U.S.' top auto safety agency said it had identified more than 50 reports of FSD running red lights, crossing yellow lines, or making illegal turns.

Tesla records reveal the automaker has long known far more about the extent of defects than it has disclosed to consumers and safety regulators.

Tesla is recalling over 2 million vehicles in the U.S. to install new safeguards in its Autopilot advanced driver-assistance system, after a federal safety regulator cited safety concerns.

A whistleblower believes the self-driving vehicle technology is not safe enough for public roads.

Recent research analyzing U.S. traffic data from 2018 to 2022 paints a concerning picture for Tesla vehicles on the road. The study, conducted

An analysis of accidents from 2018 to 2022 show Tesla's fatal accident rate is double the national average.


There were several reports of injuries from crashes involving the full self-driving function on Teslas

A Tesla crash in Germany left a father and two children dead after the car's electronic doors failed, fuelling global safety concerns over the brand's design.

The issues with assisted driving functions and door-locking systems will be fixed by remote updates.
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