Tesla Faces Intense Scrutiny Over Misleading 'Self-Driving' Claims

U.S. prosecutors and safety regulators intensify investigations into Tesla's Autopilot system amid ongoing safety concerns and misleading marketing.

Justice Department probes potential securities and wire fraud by Tesla for overstating Autopilot capabilities.
NHTSA continues to report crashes involving Teslas with Autopilot, questioning the effectiveness of recent software updates.
Tesla's promotional materials and public statements by Elon Musk under scrutiny for possibly deceiving consumers and investors.
Recent recalls and investigations highlight a significant safety gap between Tesla's advertised and actual system capabilities.
Legal experts weigh the challenges of proving fraudulent intent in Tesla's ambitious self-driving technology claims.