NHTSA Reviews Petition Alleging Tesla Robotaxis Speed Through Active School Zones

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The NHTSA is reviewing a defect petition alleging that approximately 1,000 Tesla Model Y and Cybercab robotaxis exceeded speed limits in active school zones. Based on video evidence and social media reports without confirmed injuries, the agency will determine whether to open a formal investigation.

LATEST/The NHTSA is reviewing a defect petition alleging that approximately 1,000 Tesla Model Y and Cybercab robotaxis exceeded speed limits in active school zones. Based on video evidence and social media reports without confirmed injuries, the agency will determine whether to open a formal investigation.

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Hacker News AIT2·Oct 15, 00:4568 pts
NHTSA Reviews Petition Alleging Tesla Robotaxis Speed Through Active School Zones
- NHTSA received a petition alleging Tesla Robotaxi fleet speeding in school zones.
- Affected models include Model Y Robotaxi and Cybercab, involving roughly 1,000 vehicles.
- Evidence consists of videos and social media reports; no official crashes or injuries confirmed yet.
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