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US opens second federal investigation of deadly Tesla crash into Texas home

The Guardian World Wednesday 24 June 2026, 21:03 UTC By Guardian staff and agencies 1 min read
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Driver told authorities he had driver-assistance technology engaged before crash that killed 76-year-old Martha AvilaThe US government has opened a second federal investigation into a recent crash of a Tesla that reportedly had driver-assistance technology engaged, struck a Texas home and killed a resident. Meanwhile, the family of Martha Avila, the 76-year-old resident who was killed, has sued over the wreck.

Driver told authorities he had driver-assistance technology engaged before crash that killed 76-year-old Martha Avila

The US government has opened a second federal investigation into a recent crash of a Tesla that reportedly had driver-assistance technology engaged, struck a Texas home and killed a resident.

Meanwhile, the family of Martha Avila, the 76-year-old resident who was killed, has sued over the wreck.

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