The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into a recent fatal crash involving a Tesla Model 3 in Texas. The incident resulted in the death of a 76-year-old woman and occurred while the vehicle’s advanced driver-assistance system, often referred to as Autopilot, was reportedly in use. Federal regulators are examining the circumstances surrounding the crash, including the functionality and engagement of the Autopilot system. This probe aims to determine if the system contributed to the collision and whether any safety defects exist. The investigation will focus on the performance of the technology leading up to the impact and Tesla’s overall safety protocols. This is the latest in a series of NHTSA investigations into Tesla’s Autopilot and Full Self-Driving features, prompted by numerous crashes and concerns about the system’s reliability.