Tesla uses YouTubers to test self-driving tech on public streets rather than trained safety drivers

Tesla is being criticized by motor-safety experts for using YouTubers to beta test its self-driving technology rather than trained safety drivers. After signing non-disclosure agreements, these would-be influencers film their experiences on the road, Vice first reported, using Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta to navigate busy streets. Urban policy expert David Zipper criticized the FSD in a tweet, posting a clip which sees one Seattle beta tester's steering wheel suddenly spin right and the car lurches toward a crosswalk. 'Whoa, s--t!, sorry--it gave up there,' the driver announces with an apologetic wave to pedestrians. Seattle YouTuber'HyperChange,' posted a video trying out v.10 of Tesla's Fully Self Driving beta.