Tesla Prepares for First Trial Over Fatality Involving Its ‘Full Self-Driving’ Vehicles

Tesla prepares for two trials involving fatalities with its self-driving cars.

Tesla Model 3 vehicles are shown for sale at a Tesla facility in Long Beach, Calif., on May 22, 2023. Mike Blake/Reuters

Tesla is preparing to defend itself for the first time in court, after autopilot assistance features on a Full Self-Driving (FSD) vehicle reportedly failed, resulting in fatalities.

The electric carmaker faces two lawsuits involving the technology, Reuters reported in an exclusive, which is seen as a test for Tesla CEO Elon Musk, regarding his company’s record.