Tesla Ordered to Pay More Than $200 Million Over Fatal Autopilot Crash

Tesla has been ordered to pay over $200 million in damages for a fatal crash involving its Autopilot feature. The incident occurred in 2019 when a Tesla Model 3 crashed into a tractor-trailer, resulting in the death of the vehicle's driver. The jury found that Tesla was partially responsible for the accident, as the Autopilot system failed to adequately warn the driver of the impending collision. The company was also criticized for not providing sufficient training and education to its customers regarding the limitations of the Autopilot feature. The verdict highlights the ongoing concerns surrounding the safety and reliability of advanced driver-assistance systems, particularly in situations where the technology may not perform as expected. The case is likely to have broader implications for the automotive industry as it continues to develop and deploy autonomous and semi-autonomous driving technologies.