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Artificial Intelligence #self-driving cars#autonomous vehicles
NHTSA Warns Autonomous Vehicle Developers Over Interference With First Responders
The head of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sent a letter to autonomous vehicle developers decrying a pattern of driverless cars interfering with emergency responders. Incidents include vehicles driving into active scenes, blocking ambulances, and failing to respond to hand signals. NHTSA warns it will use enforcement authority if safety concerns are not addressed.
Jul 9, 2026 1 source
Manufacturing Automotive & Parts #tesla#crash
Tesla Crash That Killed a Woman in Texas Under Federal Investigation
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a special crash investigation into a fatal accident on 19 June in Texas, where a Tesla Model 3 drove into a house, killing a 76-year-old woman. Local police reported the driver said the vehicle was operating with an automated driving assistance system at the time.
Jun 23, 2026 1 source