Tesla driver charged with careless driving after sleeping at wheel on Ottawa's Highway 417

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A Tesla driver was charged with careless driving after allegedly being found asleep at the wheel during rush-hour traffic on Highway 417 in Ottawa on Tuesday, according to Ontario Provincial Police. The OPP spotted the driver sleeping in a Tesla SUV on Tuesday afternoon. Police emphasized that self-driving features do not exempt drivers from the legal duty to stay attentive and exercise reasonable care while operating a vehicle. The driver’s identity was not released. If convicted of careless driving, they face a fine of up to $490 and six demerit points.


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