Following a controversial launch of Tesla's Robotaxi service, featuring videos of erratic driving and potential traffic violations, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) contacted Tesla. The launch, showcasing an unsupervised version of Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology, drew both praise and criticism. Videos showed Tesla vehicles making unsafe maneuvers, including crossing double yellow lines and braking sharply near police vehicles. NHTSA confirmed contact with Tesla to gather information and ensure compliance with safety standards, emphasizing its power to take action if necessary. While not a formal investigation, the incident highlights concerns about the safety of autonomous driving technology.

Prepared by Jonathan Pierce and reviewed by editorial team.