Two new fatal crashes involving Tesla Model 3 cars come to light

Tesla has reported two new fatal crashes involving its Model 3 electric vehicles that had the drive assistance systems in use. The automaker informed the US auto safety agency about the crashes that took place in the month ending October 15. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in June, began releasing data provided by automakers on reports of crashes tied to driver assistance systems like Tesla’s Autopilot. NHTSA has reviewed these crashes and is conducting appropriate follow-up by using many data sources in its enforcement processes. Overall, 19 crash fatalities have been reported in those Tesla-related investigations. In July of 2021, out of the 18 fatal crashes reported, that had to do with driver assistance system, nearly all involved Tesla vehicles. The safety agency emphasized that . . .