Core Viewpoint - Tesla has initiated a lawsuit against the California DMV to challenge a ruling that claims the company engaged in deceptive marketing regarding its vehicles' automated driving capabilities [1]. Group 1: Lawsuit Details - The lawsuit comes after the DMV ruled that Tesla overstated its automated driving features, violating state law [1]. - The DMV had previously decided not to suspend Tesla's sales and manufacturing licenses for 30 days, as Tesla complied by ceasing the use of the term "Autopilot" in its marketing materials [2]. - An administrative law judge supported the DMV's request to suspend Tesla's licenses, but the DMV opted to give Tesla 60 days to comply instead of enforcing the suspension [3]. Group 2: Company Actions - In response to the ruling, Tesla not only stopped using the term "Autopilot" but also discontinued the Autopilot feature entirely in the U.S. and Canada as of January [4]. - The decision to discontinue Autopilot may indicate that Tesla regrets this move and is seeking ways to reinstate the feature [4].
Tesla's battle with the California Department of Motor Vehicles isn't over after all