New Tesla Accidents Recorded by NHTSA; Is It FSD or Autopilot? Automaker Redacts Lots of Information

Why is Tesla hiding the information?

Tesla confirmed two new accidents involving its EVs.

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The giant automaker sent a new report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), announcing dozens of new crashes.

Back in June, Tesla topped the list of most crashes involving ADAS (advanced driver-assist) features.

Because of this, Tesla's FSD (Full Self-Driving) and Autopilot features have been greatly criticized by many people.

This problem could continue since the automaker confirms more and more crashes.

New Tesla Accidents Recorded by NHTSA

According to Electrek's latest report, the new report of Tesla confirmed its EVs are involved in two new fatal crashes.

New Tesla Accidents Recorded by NHTSA; Is It FSD or Autopilot? Automaker Redacts Lots of Information
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These accidents happened while the drivers were using Tesla's ADAS features. However, the automaker didn't clarify if it was the FSD or Autopilot.

Tesla only provided a few details regarding the accidents. These include EV models, which as the Tesla Model 3.

Aside from this, the carmaker also said that the ADAS features were engaged when the crashes happened.

Meanwhile, major information, such as the operating entity, ADAS/ADS version, mileage, etc., was left blank.

As of writing, Tesla didn't explain why it didn't disclose these details. But, in one section, the automaker said that the information was redacted because it may contain confidential business information.

Latest Tesla Accidents

Aside from the two new crashes, Tesla is also being investigated after a fatal Model Y accident happened in China.

Bloomberg reported that the crash killed two individuals; a high-school student and a motorcyclist.

But, the EV developer denied the accusations, saying that a malfunction did not cause the incident.

The automaker added that it is prepared to offer any needed assistance to the local police probe to clarify things.

If you want to learn more about the recent Tesla crash in China, you can click here.

In other news, Tesla's self-driving claim reportedly faces criminal probe.

In Australia, a Tesla recall was conducted because of the steering defect.

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