1. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched a criminal investigation into Tesla's claims about its self-driving technology. The investigation is focused on whether Tesla's statements about the capabilities of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) features were misleading or deceptive. The probe is part of a broader federal investigation into Tesla's claims about its autonomous driving systems.

2. The DOJ's investigation comes as Tesla faces increased scrutiny over the safety of its Autopilot and FSD features. Several crashes involving Tesla vehicles have been linked to the use of these systems, leading to concerns about their reliability and safety. The investigation could result in criminal charges or civil penalties against Tesla if the DOJ finds that the company made false or misleading claims about its self-driving technology.

3. Tesla has faced criticism from regulators, safety advocates, and some customers over its self-driving claims. The company has been accused of overstating the capabilities of its Autopilot and FSD features, leading some drivers to believe that their vehicles are fully autonomous when they are not. The DOJ's investigation could have significant implications for Tesla's business and its ability to market its self-driving technology to consumers.