Tesla driver claims he was asleep while using FSD during highway patrol crash

A Tesla driver involved in a serious collision with California Highway Patrol vehicles has stated he was asleep and utilizing the company's Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature at the time of the incident. Following the crash, the California Highway Patrol issued a stern warning, emphasizing that despite the marketing name, FSD is not a fully autonomous system. Authorities reiterated that the technology does not absolve drivers of their legal and safety responsibilities to remain attentive and in control of their vehicles at all times. Video footage released by the CHP shows the Tesla traveling at high speeds before the impact. This incident adds to the growing scrutiny surrounding driver-assist technologies and the potential for user over-reliance on systems that still require active human supervision. The investigation into the crash continues as regulators evaluate the safety implications of current autonomous driving software deployments.