The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will continue its investigation into Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) software even after the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. Sean Duffy, Trump’s nominee for the Head of the Transportation Department, stated that he will allow NHTSA to proceed with their investigation.
The NHTSA initiated the investigation in October 2024, covering 2.4 million Tesla vehicles equipped with FSD. The agency is looking into several collisions involving Tesla FSD, which resulted in crashes. These incidents included at least one pedestrian fatality and one injury caused by Tesla collisions associated with FSD.
Recently, the NHTSA also launched an investigation into crashes related to Tesla’s Smart Summon feature. This ongoing probe indicates the agency’s commitment to ensuring the safety and reliability of autonomous driving technologies.
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Overall, the continuation of the NHTSA’s investigation into Tesla’s FSD software reflects the importance of maintaining safety standards in the development and implementation of autonomous driving technologies. It is crucial to address any concerns or issues that may arise to ensure the safety of both drivers and pedestrians on the road.