Tesla claims driver ‘manually overrode self-driving’ in deadly Texas crash

Tesla stated on X that the driver "manually overrode self-driving by pressing the accelerator all the way to the floor" in a fatal Texas crash. This incident involved a speeding Tesla Model 3 that crashed into a home, resulting in the death of a 76-year-old woman. Ashok Elluswamy, Tesla's head of AI, made this assertion, countering claims that the company's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system was responsible for the fatality. The company's statement suggests driver input, specifically acceleration, was the direct cause of the vehicle's high speed and subsequent collision. The crash occurred in Texas, and the vehicle involved was a Model 3. Tesla's FSD system is designed to assist drivers, but ultimately, the driver remains responsible for operating the vehicle safely. This incident highlights ongoing debates about the capabilities and safety of advanced driver-assistance systems and the role of human oversight.