Tesla is facing scrutiny of an alleged secret feature that lets drivers take their hands off the steering wheel while its cruise control technology is turned on.
Fans have discovered a secret setting on Tesla’s electric cars that has been nicknamed “Elon mode”. The feature allows drivers to engage Autopilot and take their hands off the steering wheel without triggering warnings.
The US highways regulator has now demanded Tesla hand over information on how this key safety feature can be disabled, amid concerns it could lead to more crashes.
