NHTSA

New NHTSA data reveals Tesla's Austin robotaxi fleet crashing nine times more frequently than human drivers through November 2025, even with safety monitors. As prior coverage noted skepticism over unfulfilled unsupervised ride promises post-January storm, the company continues supervised operations, underscoring persistent safety hurdles.

January 13, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has issued strict new regulations requiring vehicles to have obvious mechanical door releases for emergencies. This comes alongside a US investigation into Tesla's electronic latches, prompting a likely global redesign of the company's iconic hidden handles. The changes aim to ensure doors can be opened easily even without power or familiarity with the vehicle.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has reached out to Tesla for more details on its newly released 'Mad Max' mode in the Full Self-Driving system, amid ongoing probes into traffic violations. The mode, which enables higher speeds and frequent lane changes, has drawn scrutiny for potentially defying speed limits and safety laws. This development follows Tesla's revival of a feature first teased by Elon Musk in 2018.

October 24, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

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.