NHTSA Challenges Tesla Over 'Full Self-Driving' Claims

The U.S. highway safety agency urges Tesla to align its public messaging with the need for human supervision in its vehicles.

Tesla's public statements about 'Full Self-Driving' suggest full autonomy, conflicting with user manuals requiring driver oversight.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) initiated an investigation into Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' after reports of crashes in low-visibility conditions.
Critics, including Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, accuse Tesla of misleading branding with terms like 'Autopilot' and 'Full Self-Driving'.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk plans to deploy autonomous vehicles without drivers next year, with robotaxis expected by 2026 in California and Texas.
Concerns arise over potential regulatory conflicts as Musk is set to join a government efficiency commission under President-elect Donald Trump.