- The NTSB issues a preliminary report on the fatal crash in Florida of a Tesla Model S which was operating with the Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer driver assistance features engaged. No probable cause or data analysis was included.
- The Model S vehicle speed was recorded at 74 mph just before the impact with a Freightliner truck tractor in a zone with a top posted speed limit of 65 mph.
- The agency notes that a final report on an investigation is typically posted 12 months after the preliminary report is posted.
- Shares of Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) are down 0.91% to $227.90.
- NTSB press release