Road Safety
US regulator probes Tesla's Mad Max driving mode
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is seeking information from Tesla about its new 'Mad Max' mode in the Full Self-Driving system, which allows vehicles to exceed speed limits. This inquiry comes amid a broader investigation into traffic violations involving the technology. Drivers report aggressive behaviors like high speeds and rolling stops.
UN issues safety warning on Tesla-style door handles
United Nations car safety officials have raised alarms over Tesla-style retractable door handles, linking them to passenger deaths in crashes. The electronic mechanisms may fail to open if a vehicle's power is lost, trapping occupants. This follows a US lawsuit against Tesla and proposals for new global standards.
Risky overtaking causes head-on collision in Eichenzell
A risky overtaking maneuver on Bundesstraße 279 in Eichenzell left two drivers seriously injured. One driver overtook a tank lorry despite oncoming traffic and fled the scene. The oncoming vehicle then collided head-on with another car.
Police in Stralsund remove 40 intoxicated drivers in two days
In Stralsund, police pulled 40 intoxicated drivers off the roads over two days. Only one had consumed alcohol, with the rest using drugs. The checks aimed to improve road safety.
MAK calls for action against Bahati over reckless driving video
The Motorist Association of Kenya has demanded accountability from musician Bahati after a viral video showed him engaging in distracting behavior while driving. The clip, capturing the artist interacting intimately with his partner on the road, has sparked widespread outrage. Authorities are urged to enforce traffic laws to prevent such incidents.
Minister demands answers after Limpopo bus crash
A bus crash near Makhado in Limpopo province killed 43 people in mid-October. The tragedy has prompted the transport minister to demand answers on recurring road safety issues. In 2024, South Africa saw 146 bus crash fatalities, the highest in five years.