Viral Tesla Driver with Apple Vision Pro Prompts Buttigieg Warning

A viral clip of a Tesla driver wearing an Apple Vision Pro headset has raised concerns in the Biden administration

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg issued a warning regarding safety measures while driving.

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg issued a warning regarding safety measures while driving.

Buttigieg emphasized the necessity for drivers to remain fully engaged and in control of their vehicles.

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His message was shared on X, formerly known as Twitter.

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The warning followed the circulation of a video with over 25 million views.

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Purportedly showing a Tesla driver using the headset instead of steering.

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Tesla vehicles still require drivers to maintain hands on the wheel while driving, as they are not fully autonomous.

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Apple cautioned against using the Vision Pro while operating any moving vehicle or machinery.

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The creator of the video claimed it was a skit and only drove with the headset for a short duration.

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Apple's Vision Pro, priced at $3,500, is described as a spatial computer blending digital and physical content.

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This product marks Apple's first new release in seven years.

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