Tesla has emerged victorious in its first U.S. trial over claims that its Autopilot system caused a fatal crash. The jury ruled that the vehicle did not possess a manufacturing defect, representing a significant win for the automaker. This outcome marks Tesla’s second legal victory this year, highlighting the doubts surrounding allegations of software defects.
While Tesla faces several similar lawsuits, the company continues to believe in the potential of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving systems. The trial in Riverside involved a 2019 crash that resulted in the death of the vehicle owner and serious injuries to his passengers. Tesla argued that human error was responsible for the accident, denying any liability.