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Trooper Cites Sleeping Tesla Driver Using Autopilot at 78 mph

6/25/2026

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Trooper Jake Lilley stopped a Tesla driver on I-5 after seeing her asleep at wheel while traveling 78 mph in a 60-mph zone on June 24, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
He cited her with a $500 speeding ticket and a $300 negligent-driving citation, noting she was using Tesla’s Autopilot requiring supervision.
Washington State Patrol warned that even “Mad Max” mode requires a licensed driver to stay alert.
No injuries were reported in the incident.

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Trooper Jake Lilley stopped a Tesla driver on I-5 after seeing her asleep at wheel while traveling 78 mph in a 60-mph zone on June 24, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
He cited her with a $500 speeding ticket and a $300 negligent-driving citation, noting she was using Tesla’s Autopilot requiring supervision.
Washington State Patrol warned that even “Mad Max” mode requires a licensed driver to stay alert.
No injuries were reported in the incident.