# 49ers coach says Tesla was on Autopilot during his crash

A San Francisco 49ers coach reported that his Tesla was in Autopilot mode when he was involved in a crash. The statement adds to ongoing scrutiny of Tesla's driver-assist technology and its role in accidents. The incident could fuel further debate over the safety and reliability of automated driving features.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/transportation/977155/49ers-coach-tesla-autopilot-crash) — 2026-08-09T11:56:49-04:00