Tesla, despite its reputation for safety and advanced technology, has been found to have the highest fatal accident rate among car brands, according to a study by iSeeCars. The analysis, covering fatal crashes from 2017 to 2022, revealed that Tesla’s Model S and Model Y are among the deadliest vehicles, with fatal accident rates significantly higher than the industry average.
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The study reports that Tesla vehicles experience 5.6 fatal crashes per billion miles traveled, surpassing brands like Kia. Critics argue that Tesla’s Autopilot and Full-Self Driving systems may create a false sense of security, leading to driver complacency.
While Tesla touts its safety features, investigations by the NHTSA and DOJ into accidents involving these systems highlight ongoing concerns about driver behavior and reliance on automation.
Elon Musk’s vision for fully autonomous vehicles remains ambitious, but the study underscores that human error still plays a significant role in road safety.
