Shanahan: Autopilot crash highlights Level 2’s need for constant driver attention
TL;DR
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan revealed he crashed his Tesla Model S on Autopilot after reaching for a dropped iPhone, injuring himself and a nearby driver but not severely; he accepted responsibility and stressed that you can’t take your eyes off the road, even with Autopilot. The incident underscores the risk of Level 2 driver-assistance systems, which require a ready human driver at all times, a point echoed by safety discussions and related Tesla data on crashes.
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