Tesla has been given an extension by federal safety officials to address concerns about its automated driving system's compliance with traffic laws. According to the official information, this decision comes amid an ongoing investigation into the company's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology.
NHTSA Investigation Initiated
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) initiated its investigation in October after receiving multiple reports of Tesla vehicles allegedly breaking traffic rules while using the FSD system. In response to the inquiry, Tesla has requested additional time to review and analyze over 8,000 records related to these incidents.
New Deadline Set for Tesla
With the new deadline now set for February 23, 2024, Tesla aims to ensure a thorough examination of the data before providing a comprehensive response to the NHTSA. This extension highlights the ongoing scrutiny of automated driving technologies and their implications for road safety.
Waymo recently faced significant challenges in its autonomous vehicle operations, including a voluntary software recall and service suspensions. These issues contrast with Tesla's ongoing efforts to address safety concerns regarding its automated driving system. For more details, see Waymo challenges.
