Sleeping Tesla driver crashes into highway patrol, seriously injuring 2 officers

A industry story from Texas, reported by KXAN Austin.

Industry · Texas · October 16, 2026

From KXAN Austin

The Tesla, driven by a 22-year-old Sacramento man, was traveling at freeway speeds when it entered the closed lanes and hit the patrol vehicle.

Reported by KXAN Austin, October 16, 2026. Read the full story at KXAN Austin →

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