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NHTSA opens investigation into Tesla's Cybercab hours after Austin deployment
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NHTSA launched an investigation into Tesla's Cybercab deployment shortly after the first production units began operating in Austin, Texas.
The probe challenges Tesla's self-certification of a vehicle without manual controls, which may not comply with current federal safety standards. Engineers working on autonomous vehicles should watch how this investigation resolves, as it could set a precedent for certifying unconventional designs.
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NHTSA opened the probe hours after Tesla put the first production Cybercabs on Austin streets.
The Cybercab has no steering wheel or pedals, and Tesla self-certified compliance with FMVSS.
The investigation will examine the process and technical data behind Tesla's certification.
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