EV Daily | Jury Awards $329M in Tesla Autopilot Case; Honda Prologue EV Sales Surge 83%

【Tesla】

The victims and family of victims involved in a Tesla Autopilot crash sought $345 million in damages, asserting Tesla's responsibility due to misleading marketing on Autopilot capabilities. The jury found Tesla liable, awarding $329 million to the plaintiffs. Tesla plans to appeal the verdict. The case is significant as it challenges Tesla's defense of blaming drivers for Autopilot-related crashes. Additionally, Tesla is criticized for poor payment practices, which have led contractors to face financial difficulties. Several small businesses in Texas filed liens, claiming Tesla owes over $24 million. Tesla Settled various wrongful death lawsuits involving its ADAS systems recently.

【Others】

Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX drivers can now access Tesla Superchargers, with new charging adaptors available for purchase. The Honda Prologue EV saw an 83% sales surge in July, outselling popular models like Ford's Mustang Mach-E and Hyundai's IONIQ 5. Hyundai IONIQ 5 set a new US sales record in July, with electrified vehicles accounting for a significant portion of its sales. Nissan plans to convert top-selling models like LEAF, Qashqai, and Juke to electric versions. Ford's US sales rose in July, yet its EV growth remained flat. Ford plans to launch a new, affordable electric platform, focusing on trucks and SUVs.