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California is considering a bill to require all new cars to alert drivers when they exceed the speed limit, aiming to reduce traffic deaths

California pushes for speed limit alerts in new cars by 2032

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California is considering a groundbreaking proposal to require all new cars to alert drivers when they exceed the speed limit, aiming to reduce traffic...
A fire erupted at Tesla’s vehicle assembly plant in Fremont, California, on Monday afternoon, as reported by the FFD on social network X.

Fire at Tesla’s Fremont plant contained without injuries amid ongoing layoffs...

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A fire erupted at Tesla’s vehicle assembly plant in Fremont, California, on Monday afternoon, as reported by the Fremont Fire Department on social network...
The U.S. NHTSA announced that it is initiating a recall regarding roughly 51,500 VW's due to concerns about doors opening while driving.

NHTSA opens recall inquiry into 51,500 Volkswagen ID.4 EVs over door...

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The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced today that it is initiating a recall query regarding approximately 51,500 Volkswagen America electric vehicles...
Following 20 accidents involving updated Autopilot software vehicles, the NHTSA has raised significant concerns and initiated an investigation

NHTSA investigates Tesla’s Autopilot safety features, July 1 deadline

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Tesla's December recall of over 2 million vehicles to enhance Autopilot safety features is now under the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) scrutiny....
The NHTSA is investigating Tesla's Autopilot recall to determine whether the automaker's remedies left key safety issues unaddressed.

NHTSA to investigate Tesla Autopilot recall over persistent safety issues

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is re-investigating Tesla's Autopilot driver-assistance system over concerns that a previous recall did not address key safety concerns. The agency...
Hyundai continued to see strong demand in the U.S. throughout August as electric vehicle purchases broke all-time sales records. On March 21st, the NHTSA reported a recall of a combined 147,100 vehicles from Japanese manufacturers Hyundai and Kia.

Hyundai, Kia recall 147,100 vehicles over potential charging defect

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On March 21, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported a recall of 147,100 vehicles from Korean manufacturers Hyundai and Kia. As per safety...
Over the years, Tesla has been under scrutiny due to several fatal accidents involving its Autopilot self driving system.

Tesla faces trial over Autopilot misuse

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Over the years, Tesla's Autopilot system, a feature of its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), also known as Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) Package,...
NHTSA acting director, Ann Carlson, announced that she was resigning effective December 26.

NHTSA’s acting head reveals resignation amidst stricter fuel economy standards

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On December 15, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) interim director, Ann Carlson, announced that she was resigning, effective December 26. Before her...
The U.S. DOJ has issued subpoenas to Tesla as part of the EV maker's ongoing investigation into its autopilot technology, and other claims. 

DOJ issues subpoena to Tesla for ongoing Autopilot investigations

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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued subpoenas to Tesla as part of the EV maker's ongoing investigation into its driving range, autopilot...
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Automakers face staggering fines over proposed fuel economy standards

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General Motors would incur fines totaling $6.5 billion and Chrysler parent Stellantis $3 billion due to Biden's administration plan to raise fuel economy standards...