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49ers’ Shanahan crashed his Tesla on Autopilot reaching for his phone

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says his Tesla was on Autopilot when he reached for a dropped phone and crashed. He takes the blame, but there's a deeper problem.

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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in a car accident while driving a Tesla Model S on Autopilot. The incident occurred when Shanahan reached for a dropped phone, taking his eyes off the road. This action resulted in a crash that left him with significant injuries, including a concussion, broken nose, three broken ribs, a broken left hand, and 40 stitches over his right eye. The incident highlights the potential risks of using Autopilot while driving, particularly when the driver's attention is diverted from the road.

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