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Safety metrics are emphatically stronger when Autopilot is engaged than when not engaged – Tesla Says.

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We at Tesla believe that we have a moral obligation to continue improving our already best-in-class safety systems. At the same time, we also believe it is morally indefensible not to make these systems available to a wider set of consumers, given the incontrovertible data that shows it is saving lives and preventing injury.

Regulators around the globe have a duty to protect consumers, and the Tesla team looks forward to continuing our work with them towards our common goal of eliminating as many deaths and injuries as possible on our roadways.

Below are some important facts, context and background.

Background

1. Safety metrics are emphatically stronger when Autopilot is engaged than when not engaged.

a. In the 4th quarter of 2022, we recorded one crash for every 4.85 million miles driven in which drivers were using Autopilot technology. For drivers who were not using Autopilot technology, we recorded one crash for every 1.40 million miles driven. By comparison, the most recent data available from NHTSA and FHWA (from 2021) shows that in the United States there was an automobile crash approximately every 652,000 miles.

b. The data is clear: The more automation technology offered to support the driver, the safer the driver and other road users. Anecdotes from the WaPo article come from plaintiff attorneys—cases involving significant driver misuse—and are not a substitute for rigorous analysis and billions of miles of data.

c. Recent Data continues this trend and is even more compelling. Autopilot is ~10X safer than US average and ~5X safer than a Tesla with no AP tech enabled. More detailed information will be publicly available in the near future.

2. Autopilot features, including Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer, are SAE Level 2 driver-assist systems, meaning 

a. Whether the driver chooses to engage Autosteer or not, the driver is in control of the vehicle at all times. The driver is notified of this responsibility, consents, agrees to monitor the driving assistance, and can disengage anytime.

b. Despite the driver being responsible for control for the vehicle, Tesla has a number of additional safety measures designed to monitor that drivers engage in active driver supervision, including torque-based and camera-based monitoring. We have continued to make progress in improving these monitoring systems to reduce misuse.

c. Based on the above, among other factors, the data strongly indicates our customers are far safer by having the choice to decide when it is appropriate to engage Autopilot features. When used properly, it provides safety benefits on all road classes.

 

The Washington Post leverages instances of driver misuse of the Autopilot driver assist feature to suggest the system is the problem. The article got it wrong, misreporting what’s actually alleged in the pending lawsuit and omitting several important facts:

1. Contrary to the Post article, the Complaint doesn’t reference complacency or Operational Design Domain.

2. Instead, the Complaint acknowledges the harms of driver inattention, misuse, and negligence.

3. Mr. Angulo and the parents of Ms. Benavides who tragically died in the crash, first sued the Tesla driver—and settled with him—before ever pursuing a claim against Tesla.

4. The Benavides lawsuit alleges the Tesla driver “carelessly and/or recklessly” “drove through the intersection…ignoring the controlling stop sign and traffic signal.”

5. The Tesla driver didn’t blame Tesla, didn’t sue Tesla, didn’t try to get Tesla to pay on his behalf.  He took responsibility.

6. The Post had the driver’s statements to police and reports that he said he was “driving on cruise.” They omit that he also admitted to police “I expect to be the driver and be responsible for this.”

7. The driver later testified in the litigation he knew Autopilot didn’t make the car self-driving and he was the driver, contrary to the Post and Angulo claims that he was mislead, over-reliant or complacent. He readily and repeatedly admitted:

a. “I was highly aware that was still my responsibility to operate the vehicle safely.”

b. He agreed it was his “responsibility as the driver of the vehicle, even with Autopilot activated, to drive safely and be in control of the vehicle at all times.”

c. “I would say specifically I was aware that the car was my responsibility.  I didn’t read all these statements and passages, but I’m aware the car was my responsibility.”

8. The Post also failed to disclose that Autopilot restricted the vehicle’s speed to 45 mph (the speed limit) based on the road type, but the driver was pressing the accelerator to maintain 60 mph when he ran the stop sign and caused the crash. The car displayed an alert to the driver that, because he was overriding Autopilot with the accelerator, “Cruise control will not brake.”

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Nasarawa: CP Shetima launches statewide crackdown on criminal hideouts

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The Commissioner of Police in Nasarawa State, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, has ordered a statewide crackdown on all identified and suspected criminal hideouts in the state.

This move is in a bid to tackle the rising threat of cultism and organized crime in Nasarawa State.

Ramhan Nansel, the Command’s Spokesperson told reporters in the state that the directive comes on the heels of intelligence reports indicating that cult groups are plotting to mark July 7th (7/7) with coordinated criminal actions in several parts of the country, including Nasarawa State.

According to Nansel, the CP, in a high-level engagement with hotel owners and managers from the 13 Local Government Areas of the state, held at the Police Command Headquarters in Lafia, stated the need for collaboration between law enforcement and the hospitality sector.

“You are our partners in security. As the eyes and ears of the community, we urge you to be alert, and report any suspicious gatherings or bookings immediately.

 

“If you see something, say something,” the CP stated.

The meeting, which sought to strengthen community policing and information-sharing networks, received commendations from hotel operators.

 

The hoteliers pledged their full cooperation with the Police and other security agencies in ensuring the safety of lives and property.

Following the interaction, Shetima directed immediate intelligence-driven raids on all known and suspected cultist enclaves and criminal hideouts across the state.

He also charged officers to carry out the operation with professionalism and to respect the fundamental human rights of all one involved.

The hoteliers pledged their full cooperation with the Police and other security agencies in ensuring the safety of lives and property.

Following the interaction, Shetima directed immediate intelligence-driven raids on all known and suspected cultist enclaves and criminal hideouts across the state.

He also charged officers to carry out the operation with professionalism and to respect the fundamental human rights of all one involved.

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Fuel price cut: Dangote Refinery petrol distribution will reduce Nigeria’s inflation – Rewane

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The Chief Executive Officer of Financial Derivatives Company, Bismarck Rewane, said that Dangote Refinery’s petrol distribution initiative, billed to kick off on August 15, 2025, would help in curbing Nigeria’s headline inflation, which stood at 22.97 percent as of May.

Rewane made this known in a statement on Monday, citing an FDC report published in the Lagos Business School (LBS) Executive Breakfast Presentation for July 2025.

According to Rewane, Dangote Refinery’s plan to spend over N1.7 trillion annually on logistics costs to distribute fuel is a game changer in the country’s oil and gas downstream sector.

He noted that Dangote Refinery’s move to use compressed natural gas trucks to distribute fuel and automotive gas oil nationwide to the doorsteps of end-users will lower prices and curb inflation.

“The initiative is set to revolutionise Nigeria’s oil downstream business by cutting logistics costs and by spending over N1.7 trillion annually,” it stated, emphasising that Dangote Refinery’s fuel distribution strategy, which involves deploying 4,000 compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks nationwide, will lower pump prices, curb inflation, and support over 42 million MSMEs (micro, small, and medium enterprises).

“With 4,000 CNG-powered trucks delivering refined products directly to the doorsteps of end-users, the move will lower pump prices, curb inflation, and support over 42 million MSMEs.”

Ekwutosblog reports that Dangote Refinery announced a plan to commence direct petrol and diesel distribution to end-users.

However, petroleum products marketers and retailers have kicked against the move, noting it would lead to massive job losses.

Ekwutosblog reports that fuel prices dropped in the last six days following the drop in global crude oil prices and the ex-depot price slash to N840 per litre from N880 by Dangote Refinery.

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‘There’re good men’ – Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie speaks on choosing right spouse

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Renowned Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has shared insights with young women on the importance of choosing the right life partners.

Speaking at a recent event titled Dream Count, Adichie emphasised that the choice of a partner significantly influences the trajectory of one’s life. She urged women to exercise caution when selecting a life partner, stressing that settling for the wrong person can have long-term consequences.

The author further underscored the importance of self-fulfilment in women, encouraging them to pursue their passions and interests.

She said, “It’s so important for a woman to have her own, a sense of self fulfilment, it doesn’t matter what it is. It is really important who you choose, sometimes as a young woman you can tell that the person you are with is not a good person, but you are desperate to get married. Do not settle, be careful who you choose, the person you choose as a life partner will make a huge difference in your life. If you choose someone who is kind and supportive, it will make all the difference, there are good men out there.”

The writer’s words sparked a range of reactions from young women, who shared their experiences and perspectives.

Here are some of the responses:

@alhaja_wendy said, “Well said, who you choose to marry will affect your destiny either positively or negatively.”

@her_majesteeze reacted, “She spoke facts, who you choose to marry will affect your destiny.”

@dr_pinesol wrote, “I am grateful to my partner, God’s gift to me, Peace of mind and his kindness wan wound me.”

@olajumokebabes commented, “Feminine and powerful.”

@thefoodnetworknig2 said, “Your father sponsored your education to master level in good schools, but then you decide to choose someone who would not let you do something tangible with your life and also not taking good care of you, you have not only failed yourself you have also failed your father.”

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