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The National Transportation Safety Board on Tuesday called for greater oversight on automated vehicle technology technology on the heels of two fatal Ford crashes.
The agency said that it investigated two crashes involving Ford’s partial automation system BlueCruise and concluded that the drivers’ overreliance on the automated system contributed to both crashes. In the crashes that occurred in 2024, BlueCruise failed to stop for stationary vehicles, it said.
Following the probe, the agency called for standardized performance requirements for automated vehicle tech while noting that there are several gaps in oversight at present.
“This investigation highlights the urgent need for stronger safety standards and better oversight of automated driving systems,” said NTSB chairwoman Jennifer Homendy. “Manufacturers and federal regulators must ensure these technologies are designed, monitored and implemented in ways that keep all our road users safe. We cannot take a ‘hands off’ approach to hands-free driving technology. Lives depend on it.”
Ford shares edges about 1% lower after hours at the time of writing.
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