NHTSA seeks answers on fatal Tesla Autopilot crash

The Tesla Model S involved in a fatal crash on May 7 is shown with the top third of the car sheared off by the impact of a collision with a tractor-trailer truck in Williston, Fla. (Reuters)

By:

David Shepardson

July 12, 2016 05:00 AM

WASHINGTON -- U.S. highway safety regulators have demanded that Tesla Motors Inc. hand over detailed information about the design, operation and testing of its Autopilot technology following a May 7 fatal crash in which the system was in use.

Featured Stories

Trump pauses reciprocal tariffs on most countries; auto tariffs still in effect, White House says

Record 20% of new-vehicle borrowers used 84-month loans in Q1, Edmunds says

Live updates on tariffs: Reciprocal tariffs paused, auto tariffs still in effect

Which vehicles are subject to Trump’s auto tariffs? Check our list

Latest News

Chinese car exports to Russia hit by taxes, consumer uncertainty

Trump pauses reciprocal tariffs on most countries; auto tariffs still in effect, White House says

How automotive stocks are performing after latest tariff news

Daily 5 report for April 9: The tragedy of elevated U.S. highway fatalities; follow this piston across North America

Staying current is easy with newsletters delivered straight to your inbox.

See More in Technology

Nvidia-GM deal underscores a shifting auto technology landscape

Derq uses AI outside of the car to increase driver, passenger and pedestrian safety

Traffic deaths show no signs of abating despite years of tech advances

Nvidia GTC: Here’s a recap of the auto tech developments at the AI showcase

Staying current is easy with newsletters delivered straight to your inbox.