A 22-year-old driver crashed his Tesla vehicle into a California Highway Patrol cruiser while asleep with the car's automated driving system engaged. The collision resulted in serious injuries to two police officers who were at the scene investigating a prior fatal crash on the same highway.
The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns regarding the use of semi-autonomous driving features, such as Tesla's autopilot, and the risks associated with drivers falling asleep while relying on driver-assistance technology.
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