SMRTR TechJul 5, 2025Hacker News

The terrifying truth about why Tesla's cars keep crashing

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A Tesla Model S crash in Germany killed Stefan Meier in 2018, leaving his wife Rita searching for answers. The incident, along with other fatal Tesla accidents, raised questions about the company's data handling and autopilot safety. Leaked documents revealed thousands of customer complaints about autopilot errors and unintended acceleration. Tesla's lack of transparency in providing crash data to investigators and families has drawn criticism, while Elon Musk continues to promote the company's autonomous driving capabilities.

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