Tesla Autopilot: Safety Concerns and the Push for Improvement

Virginia authorities have determined that a Tesla operating on Autopilot was speeding moments before a crash with a tractor-trailer last July, resulting in the death of the Tesla driver. This incident raises concerns about the safety of Tesla's partially automated system and its appropriate operating conditions. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is currently investigating the crash, as well as conducting a broader probe into Autopilot. The investigation revealed that the Tesla was traveling 25 mph over the speed limit and had warned the driver to take control of the vehicle. The truck driver initially faced charges but they were dropped due to the Tesla driver violating the speed limit. The head of the National Transportation Safety Board has called on Tesla to limit where Autopilot can operate and implement better systems to ensure driver attention.