TSLA.BA is trading at $39,520 (-4.17%) after U.S. regulators opened an investigation into a fatal Tesla crash in Katy, Texas, involving a vehicle reportedly using an advanced driver assistance system.
- The probe follows reports that the vehicle struck a home and killed a 76-year-old woman, sparking renewed scrutiny over Tesla's safety features.
- The stock is also facing headwinds from a broader technology sector sell-off as investors remain highly sensitive to Autopilot-related headlines.
- While shares initially rose on Monday despite the investigation, the continued focus on the incident is now weighing heavily on market sentiment.