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Tesla's Cybercab Faces Federal Safety Investigation Amid Deployment

As Tesla begins deploying its autonomous Cybercab service, the U.S. government has initiated an investigation into whether the robotaxis meet federal vehicle safety standards. This scrutiny comes despite previous statements from Tesla CEO Elon Musk suggesting the vehicles wouldn't require human drivers or traditional controls, raising questions about their design and regulatory compliance from the outset.

September 5, 2026·Ars Technica - Cars·Tesla
Regulation

NHTSA Expands Probe into 1.1 Million GM Vehicles, Including EVs, for Brake Assist Issues

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has broadened its investigation into General Motors, now covering over 1.1 million vehicles after numerous reports of brake assist failure. This expanded probe includes several GM electric vehicle models, alongside various internal combustion engine vehicles and those manufactured for Honda, highlighting a significant safety concern across a wide range of the automaker's offerings.

August 24, 2026·Electrek·NHTSA
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