Tesla is under review by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which is evaluating allegations that Cybercab and Model Y vehicles exceeded speed limits in school zones while their autonomous driving systems were engaged. NHTSA said the review, disclosed Monday, stems from a recently filed petition that included videos of multiple incidents. The probe represents a new regulatory obstacle for Tesla's slow‑developing robotaxi business.

2026-10-12

Tesla is under review by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which is evaluating allegations that Cybercab and Model Y vehicles exceeded speed limits in school zones while their autonomous driving systems were engaged. NHTSA said the review, disclosed Monday, stems from a recently filed petition that included videos of multiple incidents. The probe represents a new regulatory obstacle for Tesla's slow‑developing robotaxi business.