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Tesla recalls over 2 million vehicles to fix defective system that monitors drivers using Autopilot

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Tesla recalls over 2 million vehicles to fix defective system that monitors drivers using Autopilot

Tesla is recalling over 2 million vehicles to fix a defective system that monitors drivers using Autopilot. The company said that the issue relates to a memory chip that may malfunction in the event of a crash, potentially disabling safety features, including the Autopilot autonomous driving system. The recall affects Tesla Model S sedans manufactured between 2012 and 2018, as well as Model X SUVs between 2016 and 2017.

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Tesla engineer defends 'full self-driving' name at crash trial

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Tesla engineer defends 'full self-driving' name at crash trial

A Tesla engineer testified in a US trial that the company did not name its driver-assistant feature "Full Self-Driving" to mislead the public. The trial involves allegations that Tesla's Autopilot feature led to a fatal crash. The lawsuit claims that Tesla knew its safety systems were defective when it sold the car, but Tesla denies the claims. The engineer stated that Tesla drivers do not believe the vehicles are autonomous, and he acknowledged limitations in the driver-assistant system, including inaccurate object detection and insufficient automatic braking.

Tesla wins Autopilot trial involving fatal crash

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Tesla wins Autopilot trial involving fatal crash

Tesla has won its first U.S. trial over claims that its Autopilot driver-assist feature was responsible for a death. The jury found that there was no manufacturing defect in the system, and the crash was likely caused by human error. The case was filed by passengers involved in a 2019 crash who accused Tesla of knowing Autopilot was defective when it sold the car. Tesla denied liability, stating that the driver had consumed alcohol and that it was unclear whether Autopilot was engaged at the time of the crash.

Tesla settles lawsuit over crash that killed Apple engineer driving in Autopilot mode

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Tesla settles lawsuit over crash that killed Apple engineer driving in Autopilot mode

Tesla has settled a wrongful-death lawsuit filed by the family of an Apple engineer who died in a crash while using Autopilot mode. The details of the settlement remain undisclosed. The case was scheduled to go to trial on Monday in California. The family claimed that the Tesla Model X SUV was defective and blamed Tesla's autopilot software for the crash. This settlement marks the first time Tesla has settled a lawsuit related to its Autopilot feature. The outcome could potentially influence regulatory scrutiny around autonomous driving technologies.

Tesla recalls 120,000 cars over faulty doors that could open during a crash, just a week after its largest-ever recall

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Tesla recalls 120,000 cars over faulty doors that could open during a crash, just a week after its largest-ever recall

Tesla is recalling over 120,000 cars in the US due to a potential issue where doors could open during a crash. The recall affects certain Model S and Model X vehicles from 2021-2023. Tesla engineers discovered that the doors could unlatch after impact on the non-struck side. The company has issued a software update to rectify the problem and is offering it to affected vehicle owners for free. This recall comes shortly after Tesla's largest-ever recall involving around 2 million vehicles due to issues with the Autopilot feature.

Tesla pushes to increase ‘full self-driving’ software use as vehicle sales cool

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Tesla pushes to increase ‘full self-driving’ software use as vehicle sales cool

Tesla is increasing its promotion of its driver-assistance technology called "Full Self-Driving Capability," as it faces potential lower growth in vehicle deliveries. CEO Elon Musk sent an internal email stating that customers must test drive the technology before receiving a car. Full Self-Driving is an advanced version of Tesla's Autopilot system and includes features to navigate cars through city streets. US drivers with eligible vehicles will receive a one-month free trial of Full Self-Driving. Tesla's stock rose over 4% following the news. This move comes as Tesla faces regulatory scrutiny and legal issues concerning its driver-assistance systems.

Tesla trial to size up cause of fatal autopilot crash: driver or tech

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Tesla trial to size up cause of fatal autopilot crash: driver or tech

Tesla is facing a wrongful-death suit that raises questions about the responsibility of its driver-assistant Autopilot system. The trial involves a fatal crash in 2018 where a Tesla Model X crashed into a highway barrier while using Autopilot. The family of the victim believes Tesla oversold the capabilities of Autopilot and did not do enough to prevent misuse. The outcome of this trial could have significant implications for Tesla, potentially leading to further cases and substantial financial liabilities. The trial is scheduled to last several weeks.

Judge finds evidence that Tesla, Elon Musk knew about Autopilot defect

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Judge finds evidence that Tesla, Elon Musk knew about Autopilot defect

A Florida judge ruled that there is "reasonable evidence" that Elon Musk and other Tesla managers were aware of the defects in the Autopilot system but still allowed the vehicles to be driven unsafely. This ruling allows the plaintiff in a lawsuit over a fatal crash to proceed to trial and seek punitive damages against Tesla for intentional misconduct and gross negligence. The judge found that Tesla engaged in a marketing strategy portraying their products as autonomous, and Elon Musk's public statements had a significant impact on people's belief in the capabilities of the vehicles.

Tesla reduces estimated range, issues recall in China over autopilot concerns

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Tesla reduces estimated range, issues recall in China over autopilot concerns

Tesla has reduced range estimates for its Model Y Long Range and Performance models by 6%, acknowledging that its previous claims were overly optimistic. In addition, the company issued a software update to 1.6 million vehicles in China, reminding drivers to remain attentive even with Autopilot enabled. This comes as Tesla faces legal battles with the DMV over its marketing claims of "full self-driving capability," with critics questioning the accuracy of the advertised ranges and accusations of fraud. Elon Musk defends the claims as "free speech," while the debate continues among lawyers in California.

Tesla partly liable in Florida Autopilot trial, jury awards $200M in damages | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 27d ago

Tesla partly liable in Florida Autopilot trial, jury awards $200M in damages | TechCrunch

A jury in Miami found Tesla partly liable for a 2019 crash involving its Autopilot system, awarding $242.5 million in damages. Tesla was assigned a third of the blame, while the driver held two-thirds. The crash killed Naibel Benavides Leon and injured Dillon Angulo. The case highlights concerns about Tesla's Autopilot and its unrestricted use, despite emphasized capabilities. Tesla plans to appeal, arguing the crash wasn't about Autopilot faults.

Elon Musk says he'll unveil a Tesla robotaxi on August 8

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Elon Musk says he'll unveil a Tesla robotaxi on August 8

Elon Musk announced plans to reveal a Tesla robotaxi on August 8th, following reports of ditching a $25,000 low-cost electric vehicle in favor of focusing on the robotaxi project. The decision comes amid lagging EV sales and falling profits for Tesla. Musk had previously debated between a traditional car and an autonomous robotaxi, with promises of autonomous capabilities in Tesla vehicles. Tesla's current driver-assistance system, Autopilot, does not offer full self-driving capabilities.

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