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NHTSA Opens Probe Into Tesla's Cybercab After Austin Debut Without Steering Wheels or Pedals

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NHTSA opened an investigation into Tesla's Cybercab hours after the first production units hit Austin streets, citing 'the process and technical data on which Tesla relied when certifying the Cybercab.' The probe targets Tesla's self-certification that a vehicle with no steering wheel or brake pedals still complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Trump's administration has proposed dropping manual-control requirements but those rules remain in force.

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    NEW: Zoox went through a similar audit query, but was complicated since it occurred over two administrations. We’ll see how long this lasts and if Tesla keeps those cybercabs on the road in the meantime techcrunch.com/…

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