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The US Senate has voted to confirm Ann Carlson as the administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, filling a key role in overseeing vehicle safety amid rapid advancements in automotive technology. The confirmation, which passed with bipartisan support, comes at a time when the agency faces mounting challenges related to autonomous vehicles and electric car regulations. This move is expected to strengthen federal oversight of the auto industry.

Drivers using Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature have reported failures at railroad crossings, prompting warnings from rail authorities. Incidents involve the system not detecting approaching trains, raising safety concerns. No accidents have been reported, but experts urge caution and manual intervention in such scenarios.

A strike by security personnel at Madrid's Barajas Airport on September 14 led to long queues and flight delays. The action disrupted operations, with increased police presence to manage the situation.

A boat accident in Nigeria has claimed over 60 lives, according to recent reports. The incident occurred on a river, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in water transportation.

Strikes by Transport for London workers disrupted public transport on September 10, 2025. The action affected commuters across the city, amid labor disputes.

A funicular in Lisbon derailed on September 4, 2025, resulting in at least 15 deaths and multiple injuries. The incident involved tourists and is being investigated for possible mechanical failure.

Severe flooding along the Norrland coast has led to multiple train derailments and the suspension of passenger rail services north of Sundsvall. SJ has canceled night trains to Luleå and Narvik, along with daytime services between Umeå and Sundsvall. Trafikverket reports that disruptions may continue pending weather improvements.

Sweden has relaunched its procurement process for new locomotives and carriages intended for night train services to Norrland following the failure of the initial tender earlier this summer. The new tender addresses ongoing controversies regarding the use of narrow continental-style carriages versus wider Swedish-Norwegian models. This move aims to enhance overnight rail connectivity in northern Sweden.

A train carrying ammunition derailed in Sweden on September 7, 2025, causing significant disruption. Authorities reported no immediate injuries, but recovery efforts are expected to take weeks according to Swedish broadcaster SVT.

A cargo train derailed west of Örnsköldsvik in Norrland, Sweden, on September 8, 2025, following heavy rainfall that caused flooding along the coast. The incident led to disruptions in rail traffic, including suspensions of passenger services north of Sundsvall. No injuries were reported in the derailment.

A cargo train derailed west of Oernskoeldsvik, Sweden, on September 8, 2025, following heavy rainfall. No injuries were reported, but the incident disrupted local transportation. Authorities are investigating the cause and working on recovery efforts.

A boat accident in Nigeria's Niger State has claimed over 60 lives, with rescue operations ongoing. The incident occurred on a river, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in water transportation. Authorities are investigating the cause.

A tragic funicular accident in Lisbon claimed the lives of 16 people during the first week of September 2025. The incident was highlighted in a weekly news recap, underscoring safety concerns in public transportation.

Tesla began public access to its Robotaxi service on September 3 as part of its monthly updates. The move includes initial deliveries of Model Y in China and rollout of Full Self-Driving version 14.