Virginia’s Alemzewd Lawgalet, a first-time EV driver, test drove a Tesla Model Y in September after sales staff told her it drove exactly like a gas car—no chaperone, no explanation of regenerative braking or acceleration modes (the car was left in Insane mode, hitting 0-60 in 3.3s). Unfamiliar with the EV’s quirks, she lost control and crashed into a hair salon, suffering permanent injuries. She’s suing Tesla for $10M compensatory and $350K punitive damages, claiming they ignored safety. Should first-time EV test drivers get full walkthroughs and chaperones? Ever had a bad test drive due to poor prep?