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Fatal Tesla Crash Raises Concerns Over Self-Driving Technology

Tesla Model X which crashed on U.S. Highway 101 is seen in Mountain View

In a tragic incident in the Seattle area, a Tesla Model S car operating in 'Full Self-Driving' mode struck and killed a 28-year-old motorcyclist in April. This marks at least the second fatal accident involving the technology that Tesla CEO Elon Musk is banking on for the future.

The 56-year-old driver, who was using the driver assistant feature, admitted to authorities that he was looking at his cell phone at the time of the accident. He has been arrested on suspicion of vehicular homicide.

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