Washington investigates Tesla's 'Elon Mode' autopilot
US highway safety regulators are investigating a hidden feature in Tesla's Autopilot software that can disable safety prompts, potentially encouraging unsafe driving behavior.
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Posted 9/1/2023, 1:08:00 AM
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Tesla Inc is set to defend itself in two upcoming trials against allegations that its Autopilot feature led to fatal accidents, which will test CEO Elon Musk's claims about the technology and could have significant implications for the company's future.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has ordered Tesla to provide information regarding the safety of Autopilot, specifically concerning a change to the advanced driver assistance system that allows extended use without driver hand prompts, as part of ongoing investigations into Autopilot's functionality and driver monitoring systems.