The case is believed to be the first time that U.S. prosecutors have brought felony charges against a motorist who was using a partially automated driving system.

Tesla driver who killed 2 people while using autopilot must pay $23,000 in restitution without having to serve any jail time::The case is believed to be the first time that U.S. prosecutors have brought felony charges against a motorist who was using a partially automated driving system.

  • AnneBonny@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
    36·
    11 months ago

    Are manufacturers solely responsible for safety, or lack thereof, on the public roads of the USA?

    I don’t believe they are.

    • FrostyTheDoo@lemmy.worldEnglish
      15·
      11 months ago

      Solely? No. But if the airbag, seatbelt, or self-driving autopilot feature that they created contributed to someone’s death, they are partially responsible and should face consequences or punishments. Especially if they market it as a safe feature.