Tesla's Cybercab triggers regulatory game of chicken

Tesla has begun taking ride bookings for its driverless Cybercab, prompting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to investigate Tesla's self-certification that the vehicle complies with federal safety standards despite lacking human controls. Tesla's approach challenges traditional regulatory frameworks and contrasts with rivals like Zoox, who sought exemptions after regulatory pushback.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility.