Tesla has shared its second-quarter 2025 vehicle safety report. The results show clear improvements linked to Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD). Crash data collected from Tesla vehicles shows that drivers using Autopilot are far less likely to be in accidents than those not using it.
In Q2 2025, Tesla vehicles using Autopilot were involved in one crash every 6.69 million miles. Cars without Autopilot but with Tesla’s active safety features had one crash every 963,000 miles. Drivers with no Autopilot or active safety features recorded a crash every 703,000 miles.
For comparison, the national average in the U.S. is one crash every 702,000 miles. That figure comes from the most recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Tesla calls attention to this gap to show how software can help lower crash rates.
“Autopilot is Tesla’s biggest safety feature”
That’s how Tesla described its driver-assist system in this report. The company says FSD builds on Autopilot by giving the car more control in complex settings like city traffic. Tesla states that its vehicles using this technology are involved in far fewer accidents than others.
During Q2 2025, millions of miles were driven using various levels of Tesla’s driver assistance. This includes basic Autopilot, Full Self-Driving, and standard safety features. The most impressive results came from cars using Autopilot on highways or long stretches, where the system performs best.
Some Autopilot features include adaptive cruise control, automatic lane-keeping, and braking support. FSD adds more functions like stopping at red lights, handling turns, and reacting to stop signs.
FSD’s Role in Tesla’s Robotaxi Plans
Tesla’s efforts with FSD have moved beyond private driving. The company started public robotaxi testing in Austin, Texas using its FSD v12 software. Tesla says the robotaxi program is already gathering useful data and helping improve the safety software that powers both consumer vehicles and taxis.
CEO Elon Musk has said for years that Tesla’s FSD will reduce accidents caused by human error. This report gives his statements more weight. Real-world crash rates continue to go down as more FSD users log miles and help train the system further.
Autopilot vs. Industry Averages
Tesla’s crash rate with Autopilot (1 crash per 6.69 million miles) is much better than other published results. For example:
- The national U.S. average is one crash per 702,000 miles.
- Tesla’s Autopilot is about 9.5 times better than that.
- Waymo’s best reported figure is one crash per 2.08 million miles.
- Cruise reported one crash per 1.28 million miles in past test programs.
Tesla shares these comparisons to argue that its system is learning faster and handling more driving conditions with fewer incidents.
Data Collection and Transparency
Tesla’s numbers come from internal records. When a Tesla vehicle is in or near a crash, it sends safety data back to the company. Tesla logs this along with how far the car had driven before the event. These records are used to build quarterly reports.
Still, Tesla uses its own yardstick for what counts as a crash, which some critics say could cause differences from national data. Another concern is that Autopilot is used mainly on highways, which are safer than city streets, so comparing that to regular driving may not tell the full story.
Consumer and Industry Reaction
Tesla’s safety stats influence more than just drivers. Auto insurance firms are studying reports like this to adjust customer rates. Some companies already offer discounts for Tesla drivers who use Autopilot regularly.
Other automakers are also watching closely. General Motors, Ford, and BMW are all pushing new driver-assistance systems. Many of these companies plan to use Tesla’s crash rate as an industry benchmark.
Tesla plans to keep improving Autopilot and FSD with over-the-air updates. Tesla is also testing new tools that track driver attention and reduce risks when drivers get tired or distracted.
Q2 2025 brought updates focused on wet-weather driving and better performance at night. More features will roll out later this year, including emergency lane changes and maintenance alerts tied to sensor health.
Crash Rate Table (Q2 2025)
| Driving Mode | Crash Rate | U.S. Average Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Autopilot active | 1 crash per 6.69 million miles | 9.5× safer |
| Active safety features only | 1 crash per 963,000 miles | 1.4× safer |
| No Autopilot or safety features | 1 crash per 703,000 miles | About the same |
| U.S. national average | 1 crash per 702,000 miles | Baseline |
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