Study shows Tesla has the highest fatal accident rate of any car brand
Teslas have the highest fatal accident rate; study questions their safety claims.
Tesla's reputation for safety is under scrutiny following an iSeeCars study highlighting the brand's elevated fatal accident rate of 5.6 per billion miles, topping all car manufacturers. This contrasts with CEO Elon Musk's assurances and marketing claims of Tesla being the safest vehicles on the road.
Focus is drawn to Tesla's advanced safety technologies, Autopilot and Full Self-Driving, which reportedly are not achieving the intended safety enhancements. Investigations by the NHTSA and Department of Justice question potential consumer misdirection regarding these systems.
Elon Musk persistently promotes the narrative of future safety improvements, while critics argue automation may lead to driver negligence. As the company pursues new ventures like a steering wheel-free Robotaxi, experts remain uncertain about its competitive edge in the autonomous vehicle field.