Kyle Shanahan says Tesla was on autopilot during accident
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 8:59 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan held a press conference discussing his recent car accident, which occurred while operating his Tesla in autopilot mode. He acknowledged responsibility for causing the accident, expressing uncertainty about whether it malfunctioned or was inadvertently disengaged when he reached for his phone. Shanahan emphasized that even while using autopilot, drivers must remain attentive, noting the incident's potential dangers. He mentioned experiencing headaches and fatigue since the accident but plans to coach the team in their preseason opener against the Titans.
- •Shanahan addressed the media four weeks after the accident.
- •He stated the car was in autopilot mode during the incident.
- •Shanahan confirmed he will coach the preseason opener against the Titans.
- •He continues to deal with headaches and fatigue post-accident.
- •The incident underscores the importance of driver attentiveness.
- 8:59 PMYahoo Sports — Kyle Shanahan says his Tesla was on autopilot before accident
"Shanahan said he doesn't know whether it malfunctioned or he accidentally turned it off.
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