When a Self‑Driving Tesla Turns a Sussex College Car Park Into an Unexpected Adventure (and Accident)
What Happened?
On the evening of Monday, August 16, a Model 3 from Tesla went off the rails—literally—in a school car park in southern England. The mishap left five kids and an adult with injuries serious enough to require a trip to the hospital.
Details at a Glance
- Location: A college car park in Sussex.
- Injuries:
- One person reported as critical, possibly pinned beneath the vehicle.
- Three others suffered potentially serious injuries.
- Status of the driver: Nobody confirmed if someone was actually steering at the time.
- Response: Tesla hasn’t yet responded to an inquiry. Right now it’s just one big “we didn’t say we’re that good” moment.
Why It Matters
With the rise of autonomous cars, these incidents highlight a bigger question: How safe is the future of driver‑less transport? While Teslas promise convenience, this crash proves that the tech isn’t ready to keep everyone from “ouch” situations.
Our Take
It’s a stark reminder that even the slickest of tech can bite (or chase) if it’s not in the right hands. Until we’ve ironed out the bugs, let’s keep the kids out of the way of autopilot dreams—and maybe keep a driver in mind just in case.
