autonomous driving safety
Tesla's Full Self-Driving System Prevents Major Collision, Elon Musk Highlights Life-Saving Technology
Nov 12, 2025 04:08 pm CST
A Tesla driver narrowly escaped a potentially fatal head-on collision thanks to the vehicle's Full Self-Driving technology, prompting Elon Musk to share the dramatic video. The incident, occurring after a Tesla shareholders' meeting, demonstrates how the advanced driver-assistance system used cameras and AI to avert disaster, resulting in only minor damage while potentially saving multiple lives.
Tesla Autopilot Saves Couple After Suspected Meteorite Strike in Australia: First-Ever Moving Vehicle Impact?
Nov 03, 2025 11:27 pm CST
A South Australian couple survived a potential meteorite strike on their new Tesla, with Autopilot possibly saving their lives by maintaining control despite windshield damage. The South Australian Museum is investigating the rare incident, which could be the first documented case of a meteorite hitting a moving vehicle, though experts are also considering alternative explanations including space debris.
US Safety Regulator Launches Investigation Into 2.88 Million Tesla Vehicles Over Full Self-Driving Safety Concerns
Oct 09, 2025 10:50 pm CST
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has initiated an investigation into 2.88 million Tesla vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving technology after reports of traffic safety violations including running red lights and improper lane changes, raising questions about the safety of autonomous driving features that still require driver vigilance.