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TWiT 1043: It All Starts With Baby Shark - Tesla's $240 Million Bill for FSD Crash

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Tesla's Autopilot Under Scrutiny

This chapter explores a recent legal ruling against Tesla concerning a fatal crash involving its autopilot feature, where the driver distractedly dropped their phone. The discussion highlights the implications of the jury's decision, accountability for advanced driving technologies, and the controversy around Tesla's marketing of its self-driving capabilities. It also delves into the safety concerns, technological limitations, and financial challenges facing Tesla as it strives to keep pace with evolving autonomous vehicle regulations.

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