The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has initiated an investigation into a tragic incident that occurred on March 3 involving a Ford Mustang Mach-E colliding with two stationary vehicles on the I-95 interstate in Philadelphia. This follows a similar investigation into a fatal crash involving a Mach-E in San Antonio, Texas, on February 24. Ford’s BlueCruise, an advanced hands-free driving system, is under scrutiny as it operates on the majority of U.S. and Canadian highways.
The NTSB, working alongside the Pennsylvania State Police, is delving into the circumstances surrounding the Philadelphia crash, while Ford has affirmed its cooperation with both the NTSB and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in understanding the incident. NHTSA mandates automakers to report all fatal crashes involving advanced driver assistance systems, although they have yet to comment on this matter.
According to reports, the crash resulted in the closure of a significant portion of I-95, causing disruption for hours. The NTSB’s inquiry into advanced driver assistance systems, including previous investigations into Tesla’s Autopilot, underscores the importance of ensuring the safety and reliability of such technologies.