Tesla's Driving Aid Was Active in Fatal New Jersey Crash, Data Confirms
A Tesla Model 3 failed to stop at a stop sign and collided with a Honda Civic in Buena Vista Township, New Jersey, on July 6, 2025, killing the 82-year-old Honda driver. Data reported by Tesla to NHTSA confirmed that a driving assistance system, either Autopilot or Full Self-Driving, was active at the time of the crash. The Tesla's speed was recorded at about 4 mph before impact, suggesting a rolling stop.
- Language it was published in
- hi
- Date it happened
- 2025-07-06
- Organisation involved
- Tesla
- Product, system or model
- Autopilot/Full Self-Driving
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