The father of a motorcyclist killed when a Tesla driver using the EV’s “Autopilot” feature struck him from behind has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Elon Musk’s electric car giant, claiming the company knowingly sold dangerous technology.
A California judge has ruled that Tesla misled consumers with the marketing of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving systems, engaging in deceptive practices that violated both civil and vehicle codes in the state. Elon Musk’s EV giant could face a 30-day suspension of manufacturing and sales of cars in the state, one of its most important markets.
Elon Musk recently acknowledged that other automakers are not interested in licensing Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” technology, despite his previous claims of ongoing discussions and potential deals. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is currently investigating Tesla’s “Self-Driving” feature for dangerous actions like running red lights, while some owners have reported their Tesla EVs fail to detect trains at railroad crossings.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating Elon Musk’s Tesla over incidents in which its vehicles drove through red lights and other instances of dangerous driving while using the company’s partial-automation software known as Full Self-Driving (FSD).
Elon Musk’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software has come under scrutiny as multiple Tesla owners report incidents of their vehicles failing to recognize and respond appropriately to oncoming trains at railroad crossings.
Elon Musk’s Tesla has settled two lawsuits related to fatal crashes in California involving its Autopilot driver-assistance software, according to recent court documents.
A hacker reportedly uncovered critical electronic data that Tesla claimed it didn’t have, shedding new light on a fatal 2019 crash involving the company’s Autopilot technology. The subsequent trial resulted in a verdict of $243 million against Elon Musk’s EV giant.
A District Judge has ruled that Elon Musk’s Tesla must face a class action lawsuit filed by California drivers who allege that Musk misled them for eight years about the self-driving capabilities of the company’s EVs.
John Krafcik, the former CEO of Waymo who led the company’s transition from a research project to a commercial robotaxi service, has expressed his disdain for Elon Musk’s Tesla Robotaxi hype. When asked about Waymo’s rival, Krafcik said, “Please let me know when Tesla launches a robotaxi — I’m still waiting.”
A jury in Miami has found Tesla liable for $243 million in damages over a fatal crash involving the company’s Autopilot driver assistance system in 2019. As Elon Musk hopes to expand his robotaxi operations and sell more cars with “Full Self-Driving” systems, the verdict represents a major stumbling block to the EV giant.
Elon Musk’s Tesla is facing its first jury trial over a fatal crash involving its “Autopilot” driver-assist system, marking a significant legal challenge for the EV giant.
A Tesla Model 3 in Elon Musk’s “full self-driving” mode drove around a crossing barrier and becoming stuck on train tracks in Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania, before being struck by an oncoming train.
A tragic Tesla accident in Arizona has raised concerns about the safety and readiness of Elon Musk’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, as the company pushes forward with plans to launch a driverless taxi service.
Self-driving semi-truck startup TuSimple has come under scrutiny for sharing sensitive technology with Chinese companies, highlighting the challenges in protecting critical U.S. technology from foreign exploitation.
Aurora has become the first company to successfully operate a commercial driverless trucking service on public roads. The company’s autonomous trucks are driving Texas highways between Dallas and Houston.
John Deere has announced plans to introduce a range of self-driving farm and work vehicles, including tractors, dump trucks, and even a robotic lawnmower. The company plans a fully-autonomous corn and soybean farming system by 2030.
The UK’s pioneering driverless bus service, launched in Scotland to alleviate traffic congestion, is being discontinued due to insufficient passenger interest.
The family of a Tesla driver who died when his car crashed into a parked fire truck while using Elon Musk’s Autopilot system has filed a lawsuit against the electric vehicle manufacturer, alleging “fraudulent misrepresentation” of the technology’s safety.
Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ system is under increased scrutiny as incidents and expert opinions raise questions about its safety and readiness for widespread use even as Elon Musk touts his cars as the robotaxis of the future.
Washington State authorities have confirmed that a Tesla operating on Elon Musk’s “Full Self Driving” system was involved in a fatal crash with a motorcyclist.
Elon Musk’s ambitious Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, a cornerstone of Musk’s vision for the company’s future, is facing fresh criticism following a Wall Street analyst’s alarming test drive experience.
A Tesla vehicle operating in “self-drive” mode reportedly collided with a police car at the scene of a fatal accident in Fullerton, California, narrowly missing an officer investigating the prior crash.
Elon Musk’s heavily touted Tesla Full-Self Driving (FSD) feature has been the subject of scrutiny as recent videos showcase the system’s struggles in navigating complex and unexpected road situations.
A federal judge has ruled that Elon Musk’s Tesla must face a lawsuit alleging that the company committed fraud by misrepresenting the self-driving capabilities of its vehicles.
Shares of Elon Musk’s Tesla went up 15 percent on Monday after the electric carmaker reached a key milestone to roll out its advanced driver-assistance technology Full Self Driving (FSD) in China.
Google-owned Waymo’s plans to expand its robotaxi service beyond San Francisco have hit a snag after being delayed by California regulators.
Evidence suggests that Tesla’s advanced driver-assistance system, Full Self-Driving (FSD), was engaged during a fatal crash that killed Tesla employee Hans von Ohain in Colorado in 2022. If this proves accurate, a Tesla employee could prove to be the very first fatality caused by Elon Musk’s “self-driving” software.
A Waymo self-driving car reportedly struck and injured a cyclist in San Francisco, causing minor injuries and raising concerns over safety as autonomous vehicles continue to undergo real-world testing on public roads.
Multiple viral videos of Tesla drivers wearing an Apple Vision Pro headset while letting the car drive itself has people sounding the alarm about Elon Musk’s notoriously dangerous assisted driving technology.
General Motors’ autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Cruise, has announced the layoff of 24 percent of its workforce as part of a strategic restructuring focused on a single market for its disastrous robotaxis.
A former Tesla employee has come forward, voicing serious concerns about the safety and readiness of Tesla’s ‘Autopilot’ system for public road use. According to the whistleblower, “I don’t think the hardware is ready and the software is ready.”
Cruise, the autonomous vehicle technology company owned by General Motors, has temporarily halted its driverless car operations across the United States following regulatory scrutiny and safety concerns raised by incidents involving its Robotaxis.
Tesla is embroiled in a high-stakes legal battle over a fatal accident allegedly caused by a malfunction in its Autopilot system. In the latest twist in this legal drama, the plaintiffs are claiming that Elon Musk’s company knew about malfunctions in its “Autopilot” software two years before the fatal crash occurred.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a special order to Tesla, asking Elon Musk’s car company to provide comprehensive data on a lesser-known feature called “Elon Mode” in its Autopilot systems.
In a recent livestream, Elon Musk showcased Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) v12 beta software, but the event was marred by a near-miss at a red light. When the Tesla attempted to run a red signal, Musk grabbed the wheel, quipping: “That’s why we’ve not released this to the public yet.”
A Tesla Model 3 owner learned the hard way not to trust his car to drive itself after his electric vehicle (EV) ended up in sunk in floodwaters outside of Mono City, California, while using Elon Musk’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software.
A driverless Cruise robotaxi drove into wet concrete on a construction site in San Francisco and got stuck, highlighting the problems with self-driving vehicles. One attorney for the city said, “We have seen that this technology is not yet ready, and poor AV performance has interfered with the life-saving operations of first responders.”
In a landmark case that has drawn international attention, the transgender convicted felon operator of a self-driving Uber vehicle that struck and killed a pedestrian in 2018 has pleaded guilty to endangerment, avoiding a prison sentence.
A former Tesla employee has released a video showing a Tesla vehicle in Full Self-Driving (FSD) Mode running a red light. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of Elon Musk’s self-driving technology.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) claims that a Tesla vehicle that collided with a fire truck, killing the driver and injuring firefighters, had Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” autopilot engaged at the time of the crash.
