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Business · 23 June 2026

US investigates Tesla crash after woman dies

US investigates Tesla crash after woman dies

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A 76-year-old woman died after a Tesla, reportedly on autopilot, crashed into her Texas home. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, America's auto safety regulator, opened a formal inquiry on Monday into the Friday incident. The driver told police the car's automated driving system was active, and he showed no signs of intoxication.

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