Summary
A Texas Cybertruck owner is suing Tesla for over $1 million, claiming the vehicle crashed while on autopilot. The lawsuit suggests Tesla's autopilot system failed to steer the Cybertruck correctly, causing the accident. The plaintiff argues that Tesla was negligent in the vehicle's design, marketing, and safety features.
Key Facts
- The lawsuit was filed in Harris County district court by Justine Saint Amour.
- It involves a Tesla Cybertruck equipped with Full Self-Driving capabilities.
- While driving on autopilot, the Cybertruck allegedly steered towards a concrete barrier.
- The plaintiff claims the autopilot failed to correctly navigate an overpass curve.
- Saint Amour is seeking over $1 million, citing negligence by Tesla.
- The lawsuit criticizes Tesla's autopilot features, mentioning lack of proper emergency braking and absence of LiDAR technology.
- The plaintiff argues Tesla's advertising misled consumers about the autopilot safety limits.
- The court case is in its early stages, awaiting Tesla's response.
