Tesla's Autopilot driver-assist system gets closer look as US seeks details on recent changes
U.S. automobile safety regulators are zeroing in on changes that Tesla has made to its Autopilot partially automated driving system including how it makes sure drivers pay attention and how it detects and responds to objects DETROIT -- U.S. automobile safety regulators are zeroing in on changes that Tesla has made to its Autopilot partially automated driving system , including how it makes sure drive rs pay attention and how it detects and responds to objects. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration asked for details of changes made to all versions of the system including dates and detailed descriptions, according to a post on its site Thursday. The request is part of a larger investigation into why Teslas operating on Autopilot have struck emergency vehicles that are stopped along highways while they are responding to other incidents. It covers all versions of automated driving system including “Full Self-Driving,” which is being tested on public roads by Tesla owners. The ...