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Tesla says driver overrode self-driving in fatal Texas crash
Tesla claims a driver manually overrode its Full Self-Driving system by pressing the accelerator fully before a fatal crash in Texas. The Model 3 struck a home, killing a 76-year-old woman. Tesla AI head Ashok Elluswamy stated the override on X, pushing back on allegations that FSD caused the accident.
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Tesla's explanation raises questions about how easily a driver can override safety systems, and whether the company is deflecting blame from its autonomous driving technology.
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