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Feds Are Looking to Remove a Major Roadblock for Driverless Robotaxis: The Steering Wheel

The head of the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration wants to remove steering wheel requirements for cars that are only intended to be driverless.

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Officials issue urgent warning to leave Kia cars parked outside due to fire hazards

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The Recall Check Every Driver Should Run Before a Summer Road Trip

Vehicle recalls are more common than many drivers realize. In 2025 alone, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) oversaw 997 safety recalls covering more than 29 million vehicles, along with hundreds of recalls involving tires, child car seats, and other vehicle equipment.

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NHTSA Warns Autonomous Vehicle Companies Over 'Clear Pattern' of First Responder Interference

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Administrator, Jonathan Morrison, on Wednesday criticized autonomous vehicles, as well as the companies operating them, following instances of AVs interfering with law enforcement, as well as firefighters’ and paramedics’ operations.

Benzinga

Hundreds of Vehicle Recalls Have Already Been Issued in 2026—The 30-Second VIN Check Every Driver Should Do This Week

A busy week usually includes grocery runs, work commutes, and maybe a road trip. It should also include one tiny task that takes less time than brewing a cup of coffee. A quick VIN check could reveal whether a vehicle carries an open safety recall that needs immediate attention.

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Cadillac Recalls Every Vistiq SUV For A Potentially Dangerous Third-Row Issue

That's why Cadillac will disable the power-operated seats until it can solve the safety issue.

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This Week in Tesla: Tesla Stock Tumbles Despite Delivery Beat, New Model Y L and More

The past week brought a mixed bag of news for Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) and Elon Musk, as despite impressive Q2 delivery numbers, the electric vehicle giant’s stock took a hit. Here’s a recap of all the major stories:

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Man charged with manslaughter over Tesla crash originally blamed on car’s self-driving mode

Tesla said Michael Butler disabled his car’s self-driving mode before it plowed into Martha Avila’s home in June

The Guardian - US

NHTSA Closes Investigation Into 695,000 Tesla Vehicles Over Braking Issue—GM Recalls Over 14,500 Vistiq EVs

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced it will be closing a probe into 695,000 Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) vehicles over an automatic braking issue.

Benzinga

Chevrolet Owners With Recurring Defects Have More Legal Options Than They Realize

Chevrolet is one of the best-selling vehicle brands in the United States. It is also one of the most consistently represented brands in lemon law filings, class action settlements, and NHTSA defect investigations.

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Louisiana woman says her son’s seatbelt locked around him with a noise like a rifle shot, days before she got a Ford recall notice

She made the video for Ford.

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US proposes to drop brake pedal requirements for self-driving vehicles

US regulators are proposing to remove the mandatory manual brake pedal requirement for self-driving cars, aiming to accelerate their deployment on American roads. This move, while maintaining strict braking performance standards, is part of broader efforts to streamline the rollout of autonomous technology. The agency also withdrew a previous voluntary…

The Economic Times

Woman Has To Brake Suddenly While Driving. Then Her Ford’s Seatbelt Traps Her Son: ‘Turns Out There’s A Recall’

“What if my kid had been hurt?”

Motor1

US opens second federal investigation of deadly Tesla crash into Texas home

Driver told authorities he had driver-assistance technology engaged before crash that killed 76-year-old Martha Avila

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Tesla Faces a New NHTSA Probe. Wall Street Might Be Missing the Bigger Story.

Tesla stock is under pressure following a new federal safety investigation, but investors remain focused on the company's autonomy ambitions and AI-driven growth strategy.

MarketBeat

Tesla's New NHTSA Probe Lands at the Worst Possible Time

The fresh NHTSA probe is bad timing for a stock that's already in danger of forming a downtrend, but the broader Tesla bull case remains intact.

The Economic Times

US opens probe into fatal Tesla crash into Texas home

A US agency is probing a fatal Tesla crash in Texas where an elderly woman died. The vehicle reportedly used advanced driver assistance systems. This incident adds to nearly 50 similar investigations involving Teslas since 2016, with numerous deaths reported. Tesla CEO Elon Musk disputed claims about the crash's speed,…

The Independent UK

Tesla under fire as deadly ‘autopilot’ crash into Texas home sparks federal probe

The top U.S. auto regulator has opened an investigation after a Tesla using an automated driving feature slammed into a Texas home at high speed and killed a 76-year-old woman standing inside

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NHTSA Clarifies It Doesn’t Issue Traffic Tickets — How to Handle Suspicious Citation Texts and Calls

The rise of scams when it comes to tickets, toll fees, and other road-related charges has become alarming in recent years. People check their text...

Motor1

‘Can’t Make This Up’: Florida Woman Buys A Buick. Then It Breaks Down The Second Time She Drives It

"I cried my eyes out."

The Independent UK

Waymo recalls thousands of robotaxis due to dangerous glitch

Recall comes after firm paused operations of its autonomous taxi fleet in four cities due to issues with puddles

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Can You Sell a Ford Without a Roadworthy Certificate?

If you have searched for advice on selling a used car, you may have seen the term "roadworthy certificate" and wondered whether you need one before handing over the keys

Motor1

Waymo Is Facing A Major Recall Because They Might Enter Freeway Construction Zones

Nearly 4,000 vehicles are impacted by the recall and will be given a software fix.

The Economic Times

Waymo recalls nearly 4,000 robotaxis after construction zone incidents

Waymo, a leading robotaxi company, has recalled almost 4,000 driverless cars. This action follows incidents where vehicles entered highway construction zones. The company is developing a software fix. This is Waymo's sixth recall. The robotaxis continue to operate on other roads. Waymo plans global expansion despite these challenges.

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2022–2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Airbag Recall: 5 Ways Owners Can Check Whether Their VIN Is Affected

Owners of select 2022–2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee models may want to take note of a recent recall affecting these popular SUVs. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall centers on an airbag-related issue that can increase injury risk during a crash. That kind of warning naturally…

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