Tesla's Self-Driving System Fails Safety Test in Austin

Tesla's Self-Driving System Fails to Stop for Protestors in Austin, Raising Safety Concerns Austin, Texas – A recent demonstration by The Dawn Project exposed potential safety flaws in Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system. On June 12, 2025, protestors staged a demonstration in Austin, and a Tesla Model Y, equipped with the latest FSD software (v13.2.9), nearly ran them over. The vehicle, driven by a Dawn Project spokesperson, was engaged in FSD mode. "The car just did a hit-and-run without beeping, without any warning," the spokesperson stated. This incident underscores concerns about the safety of Tesla's FSD, particularly given the company's history of accidents involving its partially automated driving systems. The demonstration raises questions about the readiness of this technology for public roads and emphasizes the need for rigorous safety testing and oversight. The Dawn Project plans to continue its investigations into the safety of autonomous driving technology.