Speaking during a training camp press conference, Shanahan explained that he had used Tesla’s Autopilot system for nine years and felt highly comfortable with it. The head-on collision with a 2025 Mercedes-Benz SUV driven by a 21-year-old woman left Shanahan with a concussion, broken nose, broken left hand, three broken ribs, and a facial laceration requiring about 40 stitches. Tesla describes Autopilot as a hands-on driver-assistance feature that requires a fully attentive driver at all times. Shanahan remains focused on recovery, managing lingering concussion symptoms such as headaches and fatigue while preparing for the upcoming season. Kyle Shanahan Says Tesla Was on Autopilot When He Crashed, Still Takes Blame https://t.co/kt5a29CM1F — TMZ (@TMZ) August 8, 2026