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Tesla claims driver ‘manually overrode self-driving’ in deadly Texas crash

A Tesla vehicle crashed into a home in the Katy area of Texas, killing a 76-year-old woman. Federal regulators have opened a probe into the incident. Tesla asserts the driver manually overrode the self-driving system before the impact.

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Tesla has claimed the driver manually overrode the automated system prior to the crash.

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  1. Tesla Claims Driver Overrode Autopilot in Fatal Texas Crash

    A Tesla vehicle crashed into a home in the Katy area of Texas, killing a 76-year-old woman. Federal regulators have opened a probe into the incident. Tesla asserts the driver manually overrode the self-driving system before the impact.

    What's confirmed:

    • A Tesla crashed through a home in the Katy area of Texas.
    • A 76-year-old woman was killed in the crash.
    • The driver of the Tesla was injured.
    • Federal regulators have opened an investigation into the crash.
    • The victim's family has filed a lawsuit against Tesla and the driver.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The vehicle was in autopilot mode at the time of the crash.
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