The U.S. safety regulator has given Tesla until September 30 to answer questions about its robotaxi certification process, intensifying scrutiny of self‑driving technology.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced Tuesday that Tesla must respond to a series of inquiries by September 30 regarding whether it properly self‑certified its autonomous Cybercab robotaxi. The probe follows growing concerns about the safety and regulatory compliance of driverless vehicles operating on public roads.
Tesla’s Cybercab, marketed as a fully autonomous ride‑hailing service, has been under the spotlight after several incidents involving its self‑driving software. NHTSA’s request for information includes details on the internal validation procedures, data logs, and any prior safety assessments conducted by the company.
Industry analysts say the outcome could set a precedent for how autonomous vehicle manufacturers interact with federal safety agencies. A stringent response from Tesla may influence future regulatory frameworks and affect investor confidence in the broader self‑driving market.