The regulator had already launched an investigation into the electric car manufacturer’s autopilot in 2021, after a series of collisions. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration also requested more information from Tesla earlier this year about the new software introduced by the company.
The US regulator said: “Automated technology holds the promise of better safety, but only if it is used responsibly. Today’s action is an example of improving automated systems by prioritizing safety.” The Tesla investigation remains open, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and Tesla’s solutions will be closely monitored.
Autopilot aims to automatically steer cars within their lane, increasing speed and braking. In addition, the advanced version of Autopilot can help with lane changes on highways. However, according to the regulator, there is an increased risk of accidents in situations where the driver assistance system is triggered and insufficient care is taken to ensure that the drivers themselves continue to pay attention. Tesla will update the Autopilot software over a wireless connection to resolve the issue.
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