EV Daily | Jury Awards $329M in Tesla Autopilot Case; Honda Prologue EV Sales Surge 83%
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Saturday, Aug 2, 2025 8:00 am ET1min read
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The victims and family of victims involved in a TeslaRACE-- 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.
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HondaHMC-- 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.
The victims and family of victims involved in a TeslaRACE-- 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】
HondaHMC-- 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.
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