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Elon Musk says this part of Tesla ‘makes no sense’

Elon Musk has dismissed a driver's account of a fatal June 19 crash in Katy, Texas, as making "no sense". The accident resulted in the death of a 76-year-old woman. Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy have both rejected assertions that the vehicle's Full Self-Driving software caused the incident. While Tesla maintains its position as the world's most valuable automaker by market cap, the company is shifting its core focus toward robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous-driving technology.

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Tesla is now pivoting its corporate identity toward AI and robotics despite remaining the most valuable automaker by market cap.

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  1. Elon Musk disputes driver account of fatal Texas crash

    Elon Musk has dismissed a driver's account of a fatal June 19 crash in Katy, Texas, as making "no sense". The accident resulted in the death of a 76-year-old woman. Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy have both rejected assertions that the vehicle's Full Self-Driving software caused the incident. While Tesla maintains its position as the world's most valuable automaker by market cap, the company is shifting its core focus toward robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous-driving technology.

    Why it matters

    This dispute occurs as Tesla transitions from a traditional car manufacturer to an AI-driven entity. The company faces increasing competition from luxury EV startups and established automakers like Mercedes-Benz and Audi. The outcome of this crash investigation could impact the perceived safety of Tesla's autonomous tech.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Full Self-Driving caused the fatal crash in Katy, Texas.
    • Tesla is redefining itself by switching focus to AI, robotics, and autonomous-driving tech.

    What to watch next

    • Official crash investigation report from Texas authorities regarding the June 19 incident.
    • Legal filings or court testimony from the driver involved in the Katy crash.
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. www.forbes.com — Why Is Tesla Happy Not To Be A Carmaker Anymore?
    2. www.theverge.com — Electric Cars
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  2. Elon Musk disputes Tesla crash account

    Elon Musk stated a driver's account of a fatal Tesla crash in Katy, Texas, "makes no sense". The incident occurred on June 19, killing a 76-year-old woman. Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy previously rejected claims that Full Self-Driving caused the crash.

    What's confirmed:

    • Elon Musk stated the driver's account of the event "makes no sense".
    • A fatal crash occurred on June 19 in Katy, Texas, killing a 76-year-old woman.
    • Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy reject claims that Full Self-Driving caused the crash.
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  3. Elon Musk and AI Lead Deny FSD Role in Fatal Texas Crash

    Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy reject claims that Full Self-Driving caused a fatal crash in Katy, Texas. The incident occurred on June 19 when a Tesla hit a home and killed a 76-year-old woman. Musk stated the driver's account of the event "makes no sense" on X.

    What's confirmed:

    • A Tesla Model 3 crashed into a Texas home on the evening of June 19.
    • The crash resulted in the death of a 76-year-old woman.
    • Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy deny that Full Self-Driving caused the accident.
    • Elon Musk posted on X that the driver's account of the event "makes no sense".

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Mainstream media assumed the car was in Full Self-Driving mode because it was a Tesla crash.
    Sources used for this update (8)
    1. Tesla's Head of AI denies false allegations in fatal FSD crash in Texas
    2. Tesla Optimus project fires up as Musk sees production line progress
    3. Elon Musk Says Tesla's Model S, Model X Line Is Now ... - Benzinga
    4. Tesla's Robotaxi Math Doesn't Work With Human Safety Drivers, Gary ...
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    6. Tesla Cybercab Austin Test: Steering-Wheel-Free Robotaxi Meets Real ...
    7. Jordan Conradson - The Gateway Pundit
    8. 'This makes no sense,' Elon Musk says of Tesla crash in ... - YouTube
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  4. Elon Musk disputes driver account in fatal Texas Tesla crash

    Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy deny that Full Self-Driving caused a fatal crash in Katy, Texas. The incident occurred on June 19 when a Tesla hit a home and killed a 76-year-old woman. Musk stated that the driver's account of the event "makes no sense" in a post on X.

    What's confirmed:

    • A Tesla crashed into a home in the Katy, Texas area on June 19.
    • The crash killed 76-year-old Martha Avila.
    • Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy denied that Full Self-Driving was responsible for the crash.
    • Elon Musk wrote "This makes no sense" on X regarding the incident.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Tesla driver claimed to have engaged driver assistance technology during the crash.
    • Elon Musk believes IBM's 0.7-nanometer chip naming is misleading.
    Sources used for this update (5)
    1. 'This makes no sense,' Elon Musk says of Tesla crash in Texas that ...
    2. 'This makes no sense' | Elon Musk responds to deadly Katy-area wreck ...
    3. 'This makes no sense' | Elon Musk responds to deadly wreck ... - Yahoo
    4. Elon Musk And Tesla AI Chief Fire Back At Reports Linking FSD To Fatal ...
    5. Elon Musk Calls IBM's 0.7-nanometer Chip Naming Misleading, Says Atoms Should...
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  5. Elon Musk disputes Tesla credit rating and FSD crash reports

    Elon Musk has questioned Moody's decision to give SpaceX a higher credit rating than Tesla. Meanwhile, the NHTSA is investigating a fatal crash in Texas where the driver claimed to use Full Self-Driving. Musk and Tesla AI lead Ashok Elluswamy deny that FSD caused the accident.

    What's confirmed:

    • Moody's assigned SpaceX a Baa1 investment-grade rating, which is two notches above Tesla's Baa3 rating.
    • The NHTSA is probing a fatal Tesla crash into a home in Texas.
    • Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy deny that the FSD system caused the Texas crash.
    • Elon Musk stated that the claim of FSD involvement in the crash "makes no sense" because EVs travel slowly in residential areas.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The driver of the Texas vehicle told police he was using FSD at the time of the crash.
    • Tesla claims media outlets provided unfair reporting regarding the Katy, Texas accident.
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. Elon Musk says this part of Tesla 'makes no sense' - TESLARATI
    2. NHTSA to Probe Tesla Crash Into Texas Home That Left One Dead
    3. Elon Musk And Tesla AI Chief Fire Back At Reports Linking ... - Benzinga
    4. Tesla pushes back against unfair reporting of accidents
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  6. Elon Musk Challenges Tesla Credit Rating Following SpaceX Gains

    SpaceX is preparing a bond sale of at least $20 billion. The company recently secured investment-grade credit ratings based on its connectivity and space operations. Elon Musk has since questioned Moody's credit rating for Tesla.

    What's confirmed:

    • SpaceX bankers are preparing a bond sale of at least $20 billion.
    • SpaceX received investment-grade credit ratings.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • SpaceX shares have tumbled.
    • SpaceX had a record IPO.
    • Elon Musk challenged Moody's Tesla credit rating because SpaceX received a higher one.
    Sources used for this update (5)
    1. SpaceX Bankers Preparing for Bond Sale of at Least $20 Billion
    2. SpaceX’s Strength in Space, Connectivity Supports Initial Credit Ratings, Firms Say
    3. Elon Musk’s SpaceX plots $20bn bond deal after record IPO
    4. Elon Musk challenges Tesla credit rating from Moody’s after SpaceX gets a higher one
    5. SpaceX lands investment-grade ratings as shares tumble
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