US regulator opens safety investigation as Tesla launches driverless taxis

Published: Sep 4, 2026 9:27 PM • Updated: Sep 5, 2026 12:04 AM • Original source

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US regulator opens safety investigation as Tesla launches driverless taxis

The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened up an investigation into whether Tesla’s new self-driving Cybercab meets federal safety standards. The company launched the service in Austin, Texas on Thursday.

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