Two crashes involving Teslas apparently running on autopilot are drawing scrutiny from federal regulators and point to a potential new hazard on U.S. freeways: The partially automated vehicles might not stop for motorcycles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration sent investigation teams to two crashes last month in which Teslas collided with motorcycles on freeways…
U.S. auto safety regulators have opened an investigation into Tesla’s Model Y SUV after getting two complaints that the steering wheels can come off while being driven. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the probe covers an estimated 120,000 vehicles from the 2023 model year. The agency says in both cases the Model Y…
Austin-based Yeti is recalling 1.9 million coolers and gear cases due to magnets that can become detached from them, creating a risk of injury or death. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said consumers should stop using the four recalled products and contact Yeti for refund information. The closures on the defective products can fail, resulting…
U.S. safety regulators are investigating possible electrical problems in older Dodge Journeys after a woman was trapped and died when her SUV caught fire in December. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says it’s investigating whether inoperative door locks and windows can prevent people from getting out of the SUVs during an emergency. Documents posted…
The legal battle surrounding a tragic 2019 crash in Gardena, California, involving a Tesla Model S has reignited concerns about the safety of Tesla’s Autopilot system. With increasing Tesla sales and rising usage of similar automated driving systems by other automakers, questions regarding defective products and legal consequences are becoming more prevalent. Tesla’s Defective Autopilot…
A recent update to Tesla’s Autopilot software allows some drivers to use its driver-assist feature for extended periods without requiring hands on the steering wheel. This development is setting off alarm bells among U.S. safety officials and raises concerns about defective products endangering the public. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has demanded information…
Burn injuries can be devastating, and understanding their causes is crucial for prevention. In a recent case, Chicago-based Conagra Brands was ordered by an Illinois jury to compensate a burn injury victim to the tune of $7.1 million. Tammy Reese of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, suffered severe burn injuries in 2017 when a commercial brand cooking spray…
