Sat, 27 Dec 2025

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 Is texting behind the wheel of a self-driving Tesla crazy?

Elon Musk says Tesla's automated software will allow its passengers to text in certain conditions.

* Tesla's self-driving software allows drivers to text and drive, despite it being against the law in many countries.
* Elon Musk has stated that Tesla will allow texting while driving "essentially" with their latest software, but hasn't clarified what this means.
* Critics argue that this move is a safety risk and may encourage drivers to engage in distracted driving.
* Tesla's self-driving system, Full Self Driving (FSD), requires driver supervision at all times, but the company has made it easier for drivers to use the system without paying attention to the road.
* The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating changes to driver monitoring that Tesla promised in 2023 after a previous probe found "foreseeable" misuse of Autopilot had played a role in fatal accidents.
* Regulators have also flagged safety issues at rivals, including Waymo and Ford.
* Critics say Tesla is pushing the limits of self-driving technology to stay ahead of the competition, but may be playing a "high-risk game".
* The article also mentions that Tesla has come under scrutiny over its responsibility for ensuring drivers remain attentive while using their systems.
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