'Dangerous design choices' trapped teens in Cybertruck crash, lawsuit claims
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- Two families sue Tesla over a fatal Cybertruck crash, claiming the door design trapped their children inside, leading to their deaths.
- The lawsuit highlights issues with electronic door handles and concealed mechanical releases, making escape difficult during emergencies.
- Victims died from smoke inhalation and burns, not crash injuries, emphasizing the danger of being trapped in a burning vehicle.
- Tesla's manual describes emergency door releases, but critics argue the design is impractical during a crisis.
- The driver was intoxicated, with alcohol levels 2.5 times the legal limit and traces of cocaine, contributing to the crash.
- A third passenger was rescued by a friend, but others perished as the truck became engulfed in flames.
- Tesla faces scrutiny from the NHTSA over door safety issues, with reports of similar problems in other models.
- Cybertruck has been recalled multiple times for safety flaws, including power loss and stuck acceleration pedals.
- EV manufacturers may reconsider electronic door designs following these high-profile incidents.
- Public opinion is divided on Tesla's safety record, with some criticizing the company's refusal to address design flaws.