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Tesla Driver Charged After Houston Crash | Lubbock News
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A Tesla driver using Full Self-Driving crashed into a Houston home at 70 mph, killing 76-year-old Martha Avila—despite clear weather and daylight. The NTSB found the driver manually accelerated to 100% throttle, while the NHTSA also investigates. Michael Butler, 44, was arrested on manslaughter charges with $150K bail, next court date August 10. This tragedy underscores the risks of relying on advanced driver-assistance systems.
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