National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
American agency of the Executive Branch of the Department of Transportation
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What's happening
Active this week
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Waymo faced multiple incidents, including an issue in San Antonio, leading to NHTSA issuing a recall notice for the company's Autonomous Driving System (ADS).Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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Trump administration rolls back fuel economy rules, leading to NHTSA operational halts and business impacts for companies like Lucid.Well supported3 reports
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Governor signs a bill into law in Illinois.Well supported22 reports3 developments inside
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The ongoing regulatory conflict between the Biden and Trump administrations is reaching a specific point with the announcement of lower fuel-economy standards in Michigan.Well supported10 reports
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NHTSA has opened engineering analysis into General Motors' vehicles, which include brands like Cadillac and Chevrolet.Some support4 reports
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NHTSA is investigating Tesla's self-driving incidents related to its paid robotaxi rides in Austin, leading to contact from the Austin Police Department.Well supported22 reports5 developments inside
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NHTSA received complaints regarding product failures involving Volkswagen.Some support1 report
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NHTSA and the Automobile Club of Southern California addressed increased traffic risks during the school year.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety are collaborating to provide data on road safety issues.Well supported6 reports7 developments inside
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Georgia mandates compliance and sets standards for child passenger safety within the state.Some support1 report
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A press conference was held in Pulaski Park, Manchester, on August 13 regarding infrastructure modernization and technology benefits.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Metavista3D Inc. will showcase technology in Detroit, Michigan, while monitoring NHTSA safety standards.Some support1 report
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is promoting safety campaigns regarding unsecured loads and providing data on road debris causing deaths and injuries in Louisiana.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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An incident occurred in Opelousas, Louisiana, citing state laws regarding highway usage.Some support1 report
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NHTSA collected data on nationwide traffic crashes on September 11, 2026.Some support1 report
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First Tesla Cybercab cars were deployed in Austin, Texas, coinciding with an NHTSA investigation into the launch.Well supported35 reports
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NY State agency monitors air quality in NYC, while NHTSA considers rolling back federal fuel economy regulations and Congress debates California waivers.Some support1 report
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A proposed bill directs the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to establish new federal standards for vehicles.Some support1 report1 development inside
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EU and US pass road safety legislation, requiring NHTSA to develop impaired driving technologies.Some support1 report
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IIHS experts tested seat-belt systems, while NHTSA monitored international safety standards.Some support2 reports
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Tesla launched Cybercab service in Austin while NHTSA opened an inquiry into robotaxi rules, concurrent with an Amazon cargo plane crash near the site.Well supported3 reports
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NHTSA is tracking significant safety risks associated with Ford vehicles.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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NHTSA mandated recalls for Ford Motor Company vehicles due to identified safety defects.Some support2 reports
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A Robotaxi launch took place in Austin, involving SpaceX and Tesla, while the companies are under an NHTSA audit query.Some support2 reports
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, operating under the Trump administration, is facing academic critique regarding its focus on drug-impaired driving.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Sean Duffy and Markwayne Mullin use NHTSA to enforce safety standards and target schools following Donald Trump's return.Some support1 report
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The DOT has proposed changes to guide future autonomous vehicle development, impacting companies like Tesla and Amazon during robotaxi testing.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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NHTSA opened an audit into Cybercab self-certification following a launch event failure, causing Tesla's stock to drop.Some support2 reports
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NHTSA is investigating Cybercab compliance after its robotaxi launch in Austin, while warnings are issued regarding credit bureaus overcharging Americans.Some support1 report
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NHTSA investigated Tesla's Autopilot mode failures.Some support2 reports
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NHTSA is investigating operational issues and multiple incidents involving Waymo, a robotaxi subsidiary of Alphabet Inc.Some support1 report
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Partnership expands safety resources across region as NHTSA identifies vehicle crash risks in the US.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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NHTSA is investigating complaints regarding product safety, specifically sunroof failures, reported by consumers.Some support1 report
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Technology has been developed for surveillance systems intended to enforce drunk driving mandates.Some support1 report
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The Iran conflict contributes to high gasoline prices, while the Trump administration influenced NHTSA policy changes.Some support32 reports1 development inside
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NHTSA implements vehicle design and safety standards.Well supported12 reports1 development inside
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Lucid received a recall filing from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding product defects.Some support1 report
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Mavis and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are advising on tire performance issues.Some support1 report
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An NCSU graduate invented safety skirt technology.Some support1 report
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Various organizations, including the NTSB, NHTSA, and Governors Highway Safety Association, are collaborating on solutions for drowsy driving, with input from the National Sleep Foundation.Some support2 reports
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Toyota has reported a vehicle recall through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.Well supported6 reports
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Safety ratings are now influencing insurance premiums, utilizing pricing data for market comparison involving Subaru, NHTSA, and Kelley Blue Book.Some support1 report
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ICJI and Indiana State Police are partnering to increase patrols, supported by a campaign from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NSTA) is pushing for a safety campaign specifically addressing the issue of illegal passing.Some support1 report
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Stellantis owns the Jeep brand and its products, which are now facing NHTSA mandates regarding fire risk recalls, tracked by Carfax.Some support1 report
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GreenPower Motor is establishing a manufacturing presence in South Charleston, securing grants for electrification, and is simultaneously under compliance investigation by NHTSA regarding bus issues.Some support2 reports
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Advisory councils and industry groups provide input on safety and infrastructure matters, informing federal transportation policy.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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D.C. leaders pushed back against a federal bill aimed at curbing D.C.'s helmet law, while NHTSA monitors motorcyclist risks.Some support1 report
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DMV in Virginia launched a campaign and cited NHTSA regarding cannabis impairment effects on driving.Some support1 report
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AAA is conducting a safety campaign in Georgia, utilizing crash data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.Some support2 reports
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Waymo crash reports were submitted to NHTSA, prompting the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety to study the data.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Kevin Mullin and Daniel Lurie urged the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to establish uniform safety standards.Some support1 report1 development inside
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NHTSA is proposing rule updates for driverless vehicles.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Food and Drug Administration and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released recall information following a study into product recalls.Some support1 report
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NHTSA is initiating new safety rulemaking following concerns over Tesla door handles.Some support2 reports
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the National Safety Council informed the public about summer driving risks.Some support1 report
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A bill introduced by John Fetterman seeks to mandate FDA labeling standards and require NHTSA to collect impaired driving data.Some support3 reports
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NHTSA is investigating heat stroke risks in vehicles nationwide, based on data reported by the Associated Press.Some support1 report
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NHTSA mandated a recall for Honda vehicles due to a subframe rust issue.Some support2 reports
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NHTSA data shows traffic fatalities dropped 9% in Massachusetts, while FHA data showed VMT increases, alongside a Boston incident and projections for Puerto Rico.Some support4 reports
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Donald Trump StructuralThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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George W. Bush StructuralGeorge W. Bush will speak at Applied Net 2026 as Taylor Rhodes exits his CEO role and Graham Blackwell takes over.Moves National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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China OperationalThe European Central Bank is forced to raise interest rates due to energy price shocks from the Iran war and an influx of Chinese exports.Moves National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Yamaha StructuralNayib Bukele's leadership in El Salvador involves his current role leading the country's security model, his past as mayor of San Salvador, and his connection to the company Yamaha.Moves National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Joe Biden StructuralThe article links Iran's actions to US prices, Biden's withdrawal from Afghanistan, and the impact of the Iran war on Nebraska.Moves National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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New York StructuralState data drives calls for stronger regulations regarding the use of data in New York.Moves National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Connections
The 40 strongest of 147, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Ford Structural
NHTSA formally regulates Ford's vehicle safety, overseeing recalls and defect investigations.
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Jonathan Morrison Structural
Jonathan Morrison serves as the NHTSA Administrator, holding the authority to issue interpretive rules and direct the agency's functions.
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Tesla Structural
NHTSA formally regulates Tesla, conducting investigations and audits regarding vehicle safety, crash reporting, and autonomous driving features.
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General Motors Structural
NHTSA establishes federal safety standards and investigates General Motors regarding compliance and product safety issues.
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Waymo Structural
Waymo is formally subject to NHTSA oversight, requiring incident reporting and compliance with safety regulations and investigations.
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Jonathan Morrison Structural
Jonathan Morrison serves as the administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Donald Trump Structural
The proposals and actions of the Trump administration dictate, influence, and regulate the operational standards of the NHTSA.
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Ford Explorer Structural
NHTSA is conducting an investigation into the Ford Explorer regarding safety concerns related to exhaust odors.
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Joe Biden Structural
NHTSA standards and policies are formally set and regulated by the directives and rules of the Biden administration.
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George W. Bush Structural
The President's legal actions established the safety mandate and operational framework for NHTSA.
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Volkswagen Structural
NHTSA holds regulatory authority over Volkswagen regarding product safety, including investigations and recalls.
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Indiana Structural
The state operates under the oversight, funding, and regulatory influence of the federal agency regarding transportation and safety matters.
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Stellantis Structural
NHTSA possesses formal regulatory authority over Stellantis, specifically concerning product safety standards and mandatory recalls.
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Ford Motor Company Structural
NHTSA mandates safety recalls and oversees vehicle safety standards for Ford Motor Company.
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China Operational
The competitive landscape requires US technology and industry overseen by NHTSA to iterate faster than the technological pace of China.
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Chevrolet Structural
NHTSA establishes federal safety standards that Chevrolet must adhere to for its vehicle production and market presence.
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Louisiana Operational
Louisiana provides road safety data to NHTSA, which in turn issues safety metrics and cites state laws.
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Yamaha Structural
Yamaha must comply with the safety standards and submit required documentation to the NHTSA for market operation in the United States.
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Toyota Structural
NHTSA regulates Toyota's vehicle safety and compliance standards, including mandates and recalls.
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American Honda Motor Company Structural
NHTSA holds regulatory authority over manufacturers like Honda, making compliance mandatory for market operation.
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Evenflo Structural
NHTSA holds formal regulatory authority over Evenflo regarding product safety and recalls.
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Sean Duffy Structural
Sean Duffy functions as a high-profile representative who defends and enforces the policy directions set by the NHTSA.
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New York Structural
New York provides essential data regarding nationwide traffic crashes that informs the operational functions of the NHTSA.
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Lee White Structural
Lee White serves as the deputy administrator for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Georgia Operational
NHTSA provides data and sets standards that inform Georgia's state enforcement plans and joint safety campaigns.
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Kevin Mullin Operational
Kevin Mullin advocates for the establishment of uniform safety standards within the NHTSA.
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Lexus Structural
NHTSA holds regulatory authority over Lexus, compelling recalls and safety actions based on market findings.
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DMV Structural
DMV relies on NHTSA's data and standards, and both agencies actively monitor vehicle safety trends.
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West Virginia Operational
West Virginia collaborates with the NHTSA through shared programs for public awareness and regulatory enforcement.
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car Structural
NHTSA issues formal safety recommendations and guidelines regarding the proper use and operation of cars.
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Cadillac Structural
NHTSA holds regulatory authority over Cadillac, enforcing safety standards through recalls and engineering analyses.
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Chrysler Structural
NHTSA regulates Chrysler, leading to safety recalls due to compliance with safety standards.
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Elon Musk Operational
NHTSA is actively investigating and issuing findings regarding the safety and performance of technology developed by Elon Musk's companies.
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Lucid Structural
NHTSA provides formal regulatory oversight over Lucid's products, specifically concerning safety and defect compliance.
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Cruise Structural
Cruise is subject to formal reporting and oversight by the NHTSA regarding its robotaxi services.
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Honda Structural
NHTSA is mandating a vehicle recall for Honda due to a subframe rust issue.
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Google Structural
NHTSA regulates Google's autonomous vehicle deployment, with safety recalls directly influencing operational deployment.
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Aurora Innovation Structural
Aurora Innovation must meet the safety elements and standards established by the NHTSA to operate legally in the market.
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Illinois Operational
Illinois lawmakers and state law are influenced by NHTSA findings, while Illinois political actors actively pressure the agency to address safety issues.
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Jeep Structural
NHTSA regulates Jeep, issuing recall campaigns affecting the brand's operations.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
17 events- NHTSA received complaints regarding product failures involving Volkswagen.
- NHTSA and the Automobile Club of Southern California addressed increased traffic risks during the school year.
- Georgia mandates compliance and sets standards for child passenger safety within the state.
- Metavista3D Inc. will showcase technology in Detroit, Michigan, while monitoring NHTSA safety standards.
- An incident occurred in Opelousas, Louisiana, citing state laws regarding highway usage.
- NHTSA collected data on nationwide traffic crashes on September 11, 2026.
- First Tesla Cybercab cars were deployed in Austin, Texas, coinciding with an NHTSA investigation into the launch.
- NY State agency monitors air quality in NYC, while NHTSA considers rolling back federal fuel economy regulations and Congress debates California waivers.
- EU and US pass road safety legislation, requiring NHTSA to develop impaired driving technologies.
- IIHS experts tested seat-belt systems, while NHTSA monitored international safety standards.
- Tesla launched Cybercab service in Austin while NHTSA opened an inquiry into robotaxi rules, concurrent with an Amazon cargo plane crash near the site.
- NHTSA mandated recalls for Ford Motor Company vehicles due to identified safety defects.
- A Robotaxi launch took place in Austin, involving SpaceX and Tesla, while the companies are under an NHTSA audit query.
- Sean Duffy and Markwayne Mullin use NHTSA to enforce safety standards and target schools following Donald Trump's return.
- NHTSA opened an audit into Cybercab self-certification following a launch event failure, causing Tesla's stock to drop.
- NHTSA is investigating Cybercab compliance after its robotaxi launch in Austin, while warnings are issued regarding credit bureaus overcharging Americans.
- NHTSA is investigating operational issues and multiple incidents involving Waymo, a robotaxi subsidiary of Alphabet Inc.
August 2026
19 events- The ongoing regulatory conflict between the Biden and Trump administrations is reaching a specific point with the announcement of lower fuel-economy standards in Michigan.
- NHTSA has opened engineering analysis into General Motors' vehicles, which include brands like Cadillac and Chevrolet.
- A press conference was held in Pulaski Park, Manchester, on August 13 regarding infrastructure modernization and technology benefits.
- NHTSA is investigating complaints regarding product safety, specifically sunroof failures, reported by consumers.
- Technology has been developed for surveillance systems intended to enforce drunk driving mandates.
- The Iran conflict contributes to high gasoline prices, while the Trump administration influenced NHTSA policy changes.
- Lucid received a recall filing from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding product defects.
- Mavis and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are advising on tire performance issues.
- An NCSU graduate invented safety skirt technology.
- Various organizations, including the NTSB, NHTSA, and Governors Highway Safety Association, are collaborating on solutions for drowsy driving, with input from the National Sleep Foundation.
- Toyota has reported a vehicle recall through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- Safety ratings are now influencing insurance premiums, utilizing pricing data for market comparison involving Subaru, NHTSA, and Kelley Blue Book.
- ICJI and Indiana State Police are partnering to increase patrols, supported by a campaign from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NSTA) is pushing for a safety campaign specifically addressing the issue of illegal passing.
- Stellantis owns the Jeep brand and its products, which are now facing NHTSA mandates regarding fire risk recalls, tracked by Carfax.
- GreenPower Motor is establishing a manufacturing presence in South Charleston, securing grants for electrification, and is simultaneously under compliance investigation by NHTSA regarding bus issues.
- D.C. leaders pushed back against a federal bill aimed at curbing D.C.'s helmet law, while NHTSA monitors motorcyclist risks.
- DMV in Virginia launched a campaign and cited NHTSA regarding cannabis impairment effects on driving.
- AAA is conducting a safety campaign in Georgia, utilizing crash data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
July 2026
11 events- A proposed bill directs the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to establish new federal standards for vehicles.
- Partnership expands safety resources across region as NHTSA identifies vehicle crash risks in the US.
- Advisory councils and industry groups provide input on safety and infrastructure matters, informing federal transportation policy.
- Waymo crash reports were submitted to NHTSA, prompting the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety to study the data.
- Kevin Mullin and Daniel Lurie urged the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to establish uniform safety standards.
- The Food and Drug Administration and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released recall information following a study into product recalls.
- NHTSA is initiating new safety rulemaking following concerns over Tesla door handles.
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the National Safety Council informed the public about summer driving risks.
- A bill introduced by John Fetterman seeks to mandate FDA labeling standards and require NHTSA to collect impaired driving data.
- NHTSA is investigating heat stroke risks in vehicles nationwide, based on data reported by the Associated Press.
- NHTSA data shows traffic fatalities dropped 9% in Massachusetts, while FHA data showed VMT increases, alongside a Boston incident and projections for Puerto Rico.
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June 2026
13 events- Waymo faced multiple incidents, including an issue in San Antonio, leading to NHTSA issuing a recall notice for the company's Autonomous Driving System (ADS).
- Trump administration rolls back fuel economy rules, leading to NHTSA operational halts and business impacts for companies like Lucid.
- Governor signs a bill into law in Illinois.
- NHTSA is investigating Tesla's self-driving incidents related to its paid robotaxi rides in Austin, leading to contact from the Austin Police Department.
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety are collaborating to provide data on road safety issues.
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is promoting safety campaigns regarding unsecured loads and providing data on road debris causing deaths and injuries in Louisiana.
- NHTSA is tracking significant safety risks associated with Ford vehicles.
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, operating under the Trump administration, is facing academic critique regarding its focus on drug-impaired driving.
- The DOT has proposed changes to guide future autonomous vehicle development, impacting companies like Tesla and Amazon during robotaxi testing.
- NHTSA investigated Tesla's Autopilot mode failures.
- NHTSA implements vehicle design and safety standards.
- NHTSA is proposing rule updates for driverless vehicles.
- NHTSA mandated a recall for Honda vehicles due to a subframe rust issue.