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Tesla's FSD Faces Scrutiny Amid Safety Concerns

10/2/2025

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Tesla's Autonomy Controversy

FSD requires human supervision, yet Tesla markets it as autonomous, prompting safety concerns globally.
Tesla faces legal and regulatory scrutiny, a $329 million judgment for a fatal crash linked to Autopilot, and a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) probe into FSD in low-visibility.
Ashok Elluswamy leads Tesla's self-driving innovations, using data-driven methods amid controversy.

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Historical Context

Since 2016, Tesla's Autopilot has faced scrutiny following a fatal crash that prompted investigations by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In 2024, a three-year investigation linked Autopilot to 467 collisions, including 13 fatalities. As of 2025, Tesla is under pressure regarding its Full Self-Driving claims, with a $329 million judgment highlighting ongoing safety concerns and regulatory challenges.

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Tesla's Autonomy Controversy

FSD requires human supervision, yet Tesla markets it as autonomous, prompting safety concerns globally.
Tesla faces legal and regulatory scrutiny, a $329 million judgment for a fatal crash linked to Autopilot, and a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) probe into FSD in low-visibility.
Ashok Elluswamy leads Tesla's self-driving innovations, using data-driven methods amid controversy.

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