Tesla unleashed their autopilot feature last year – and already video has surfaced showing what would appear to be a man using the feature in order to catch some z’s on his commute.
The video, posted to Reddit, shows a Tesla Model S with a guy – who has not been identified – getting some shuteye while the car does all the work.
Now sure, there is a lot of fake things on the internet these days – so it is possible this is just a prank. But, in a statement, Tesla says they take it seriously:
Tesla Autopilot is designed to provide a hands-on experience to give drivers more confidence behind the wheel, increase their safety on the road, and make highway driving more enjoyable. Autopilot is by far the most advanced such system on the road, but it does not turn a Tesla into an autonomous vehicle and does not allow the driver to abdicate responsibility. Since the release of Autopilot, we’ve continuously educated customers on the use of the feature, reminding them that they’re responsible for remaining alert and present when using Autopilot and must be prepared to take control at all times.
Hopefully, the sleep driver stays away from El Paseo.
(Electrek)
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