Tesla Cybercab Under Federal Safety Probe After Austin Launch
The NHTSA has initiated an investigation into Tesla's Cybercab. Regulators are examining the company's self-certification process for safety compliance. This probe focuses on the autonomous vehicle's adherence to federal standards.
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Tesla (TSLA) Cybercab faces federal safety & compliance probe following Austin rollout
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into Tesla's Cybercab following its rollout in Austin, Texas. The probe will examine Tesla's self-certification of compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, particularly concerning manual controls required under current regulations.
Tesla's Cybercab is under federal investigation almost immediately after hitting the streets
Tesla's Cybercab is facing a federal investigation shortly after its public release. Regulators will examine the process and data Tesla used for self-certifying the autonomous vehicle.