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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Technology
Ariana Baio

Tesla self-driving function fails at some railroad crossings, drivers warn

Dozens of Tesla owners who utilize the car’s self-driving technology claim they’ve narrowly avoided wrecks at railroad crossings because their vehicles have been unable to detect the flashing lights, crossing signs or folding arms at the intersections.

Via posts on online forums and in interviews with news outlets, several Tesla drivers allege their car’s Full Self-Driving mode has either completely ignored the railroad crossing or stopped on top of the tracks, forcing them to take control of the car in a scary situation.

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