49ers coach says his Tesla was on Autopilot when he crashed
The Verge • • sports
Key Points:
- San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan revealed he had Tesla’s Autopilot engaged during a recent accident near downtown Palo Alto but accepted full responsibility for the incident.
- Shanahan emphasized that drivers must remain attentive and cannot rely solely on Autopilot, describing driving as a partnership between the driver and the technology.
- He noted his extensive experience with Autopilot, having used it for nine years, but was uncertain if the accident was due to a malfunction or driver error.
- Tesla’s Autopilot system has been associated with numerous crashes and fatalities over the years, leading to significant legal settlements.
