A jury in Florida determined Tesla was partly responsible for a fatal crash involving a Model S equipped with self-driving software. The plaintiffs argued that the Autopilot technology should have alerted the driver and engaged the brakes before the incident. Tesla contended the driver was at fault and deemed the jury's verdict incorrect, announcing plans to appeal the decision. The company now faces up to $243 million in damages while facing allegations that Elon Musk misrepresented the Autopilot system's capabilities and safety.
A jury in Florida found Tesla partly liable for a 2019 crash involving a Model S using self-driving software, resulting in potential damages up to $243 million.
Plaintiffs claimed Autopilot software should have alerted the driver and activated brakes before the fatal crash, asserting failure in Tesla's technology.
Tesla and CEO Elon Musk were accused of misrepresenting Autopilot's capabilities, with attorneys stating it was designed only for controlled-access highways.
The court case involved a pedestrian fatality and injuries to another individual, highlighting concerns over the safety and regulation of self-driving technology.
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