NHTSA Investigates Tesla Cybercab's Steering Wheel-Free Operation

Federal regulators have launched an investigation into Tesla's new Cybercab vehicles following their deployment on public roads without traditional steering wheels or pedals. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) initiated the probe shortly after the first production Cybercabs began operating in Austin.

The investigation will examine the process and safety protocols surrounding the Cybercab's operation, particularly concerning its lack of manual driving controls. This scrutiny by the NHTSA highlights ongoing regulatory concerns regarding the safety and compliance of autonomous vehicles entering public transit.