Summary
Tesla has been fined over £20,000 in the UK for not cooperating with police in identifying drivers of speeding vehicles. The company has been convicted at least 18 times for failing to provide necessary driver information, leading to multiple court proceedings. In the UK, leasing companies like Tesla Financial Services are responsible for naming drivers when requested by law enforcement.
Key Facts
- Tesla has been fined over £20,000 for not helping UK police identify drivers in speeding cases.
- The company was convicted at least 18 times for these failures.
- Tesla Financial Services, the leasing arm of Tesla, is typically responsible for providing driver details.
- In one incident, Tesla did not respond to a request from South Wales Police for a speeding violation at 80mph.
- Companies must name drivers of rented or company cars to avoid prosecution.
- Many convictions against Tesla have been recorded since the start of 2024.
- Tesla has faced legal action for not answering police correspondence in multiple cases.
- Court cases have resulted in fines, costs, and court fees totaling £20,686.
