Tesla Loses Bid to Overturn $243M Autopilot Verdict

Tesla Loses Bid to Overturn $243M Autopilot Verdict

Source: The Verge

Summary

Tesla has requested relief in its ongoing trial, citing grounds that are similar to those previously presented during the trial. The company, led by CEO Elon Musk, is seeking relief in a case related to a tweet made by Musk. According to reports, the grounds for relief are “virtually the same” as those previously put forth by Tesla.


Our Reading

The announcement sounds ambitious. Tesla is trying to rehash old arguments in a desperate attempt to sway the court. The company is seeking relief, but it’s unclear what’s new this time around. Elon Musk’s tweets are still a liability. The grounds for relief are virtually the same as before, because why fix what’s not broken?


Author: Evan Null