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July 13, 2016

Feds examine how Tesla Autopilot sees obstacles

  • Tesla says the system is still in “beta” testing phase, and some safety advocates are questioning whether it has gone public too soon.
    • By TOM KRISHER
    AP Auto Writer

    Tesla's Autopilot system uses cameras, radar and computers to detect objects and automatically brake if the car is about to hit something. It also can steer the car to keep it centered in its lane.

    DETROIT — Federal investigators looking into electric car maker Tesla Motors' Autopilot system after a fatal crash in Florida are zeroing in on the limitations of the system and how it reacts when obstacles cross its path.


     
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