# NTSB confirms Tesla driver in fatal Texas crash pressed accelerator 100%

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has confirmed that the driver of a Tesla involved in a fatal crash in Texas pressed the accelerator pedal fully to 100%. This finding contradicts earlier speculation that the vehicle's Autopilot system may have been at fault. The confirmation matters as it underscores the need for accurate investigation into driver behavior versus automated system roles in crashes.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/15/tesla-driver-in-fatal-texas-crash-pressed-accelerator-100-ntsb-confirms/) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:22:52 +0000
- [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/transportation/966563/tesla-texas-crash-ntsb-investigation) — 2026-07-16T11:41:09-04:00
- [Ars Technica](https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/07/tesla-driver-who-blamed-crash-on-autopilot-pressed-accelerator-100-ntsb-finds/) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:48:32 +0000