Tesla found partly liable for fatal Autopilot crash, must pay over US$200M
Global NewsFriday, August 1, 2025 at 6:55:25 PM
A Miami jury ruled that Tesla is partially responsible for a fatal crash involving its Autopilot system, ordering the company to pay over $200 million. The jury found that Tesla's driver-assist technology failed, and while the driver admitted to reckless behavior, they couldn't shoulder all the blame.
Editor’s Note: This case is a big deal because it challenges the assumption that human error is always the main cause of accidents involving self-driving tech. If Tesla—and other automakers—can be held legally accountable for flaws in their autonomous systems, it could force stricter safety standards and reshape how these technologies are developed and regulated. For drivers, it’s a reminder that "autopilot" doesn’t mean "no responsibility."
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