Post by Odysseus on Apr 29, 2024 17:15:05 GMT
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation into Ford’s BlueCruise hands-free driving technology after it was found to have been engaged during a pair of deadly crashes.
Both of the fatal incidents involved electric Mustang Mach-E SUVs smashing into stationary vehicles, the NHTSA said in documents Monday. Both occurred in nighttime lighting conditions, the agency said, and “each incident resulted in at least one fatality.”
Both of the fatal incidents involved electric Mustang Mach-E SUVs smashing into stationary vehicles, the NHTSA said in documents Monday. Both occurred in nighttime lighting conditions, the agency said, and “each incident resulted in at least one fatality.”
Ford says it is working with the agency to support the probe, according to the Associated Press. The auto giant says on its website that its driving systems are not designed to replace human drivers, who are still required to be able to take control of the vehicle at all times. ...