Apple Assists Tesla in Blaming Distracted Driving for Fatal Autopilot Crash

In a contentious trial set to begin next week, Apple is accused of secretly aiding Tesla's defense by attributing a fatal crash to the driver's alleged gaming at the wheel.

• Tesla seeks to prove that the driver, an Apple engineer, was playing a video game during a fatal Autopilot crash, with Apple's technical support.
• The family of the deceased engineer claims Apple is covertly supporting Tesla's defense, challenging the accusation of distracted driving.
• A National Transportation Safety Board investigation into the crash did not conclusively determine the driver's actions before the impact.
• Tesla has won previous trials by blaming Autopilot failures on driver inattention, but faces criticism for its system's ability to ensure driver engagement.
• The upcoming trial will scrutinize the Autopilot system's safety, as well as the role of driver distraction in the fatal accident.

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