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New Jersey bill would require AVs to use 3 sensing technologies — banning Tesla's robotaxi fleet
Elon Musk has been 'largely alone' in his conviction that radar and lidar sensors are not necessary for the safe operation of autonomous cars.
Tesla's steering wheel-less Cybercabs spotted on Austin streets
The company is testing 34 of its robotaxis in downtown Austin, but they have not been approved for public use.
Reuters: Tesla showed European regulators 'misleading' safety data to get FSD approved
A Reuters investigation showed that Tesla inflated safety claims in its self-reported data to Dutch and Swedish regulators.
Tesla 'completely' redacts robotaxi crash reports
Reports submitted to the NHTSA also reveal differences in the types of crashes Tesla cars are involved in as opposed to its competitors.
Tesla gains first European approval for 'Full Self-Driving' mode
The company will be allowed to sell cars with FSD in the Netherlands.
Tesla Reveals Remote Drivers Temporarily Control its Robotaxis
The company admitted human drivers sometimes remotely take over robotaxi operations “if necessary.”
Study: Driver Assistance Systems Increase Distraction, ‘False Sense of Security’
A recent crash involving the former head of Uber’s self-driving division is drawing scrutiny once more to issues with Tesla’s ‘self-driving’ mode.
Tesla Launches Unsupervised Robotaxis in Austin
The company has been operating autonomous taxis with human safety drivers in the car in Austin since last June.
If Self-Driving Systems Imitate Human Drivers, Are They any Safer?
Tesla’s ‘Mad Max’ mode and other self-driving systems often flout traffic laws — just like human drivers.
California Threatens to Suspend Tesla Sales Over ‘Deceptive’ Sales Language
The company says it won’t comply with an order to change its marketing of ‘self-driving’ features, which could lead to a 30 day sales ban and a possible manufacturing ban in the state.
Tesla Approved to Operate Uber-like Service in Arizona
State regulators approved a permit for a ride-hailing service, but a permit for driverless taxis is still pending.
Regulators Investigate Tesla’s “Mad Max” Self-Driving Driving Mode that Intentionally Weaves, Takes Risks and Ignores Speed Limits
The company launched the mode after previously scrapping it in 2018 in response to safety concerns.
Are Flush Car Door Handles on Their Way Out?
New Chinese regulations could force carmakers to shift away from flush door handles that make it difficult to open doors manually.
Trump Moves to Ease Regulations for Self-Driving Cars
Proposed changes to vehicle safety standards would eliminate elements such as windshield wipers designed for human drivers.
Tesla Found Partly Liable in Fatal Autopilot Crash
The Miami ruling is the first to find the company partly responsible in a crash that killed one pedestrian and injured another.
Tesla Announced Human-Assisted Robotaxi Launch in San Francisco — But State Regulators Say Otherwise
The electric carmaker appears to be both-sides-ing its impending launch, telling regulators it will have human drivers on board while touting the project as ‘robotaxis’ to investors.
Texas Safety Advocates Raise Alarm in Advance of Tesla Robotaxi Launch
The company plans to deploy self-driving taxis in Austin with no oversight from state or local transportation agencies.
Tesla Protests Release of Documents About Austin Robotaxi Launch
The company seeks to block the release of emails with city officials on the grounds they could contain confidential information and trade secrets.
Federal Regulators Ask Tesla for Robotaxi Details Ahead of Planned Launch
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the company will launch self-driving taxis in Austin in June and other U.S. cities by the end of the year.
Dear Tesla Driver: “It’s not You, It’s Him.”
Amidst a booming bumper sticker industry, one writer offers solace to those asking, “Does this car make me look fascist?”
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