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Amazon's Zoox, a steering wheel-free robotaxi, has received regulatory approval from the NHTSA to offer paid rides, making it the first autonomous vehicle without manual controls to achieve this milestone.

Amazon's Zoox has received federal clearance from NHTSA to deploy up to 2,500 steering-wheel-less robotaxis annually for two years, enabling commercial service in Las Vegas.

Mercedes-Benz is recalling over 310,000 U.S. vehicles due to a door lock defect that can cause rollaways. The defect involves a corroded micro-switch in the driver's door lock, which prevents the automatic park brake from engaging, according to NHTSA.

Robotaxi emergency scenes challenge driverless cars as NHTSA warns they may misread smoke, cones, flashing lights, and first responders. These issues reveal problems hidden in ordinary city driving, where driverless vehicles handle predictable elements but struggle with emergency scenarios.

Federal regulators are considering new car door safety rules after fatal Tesla crashes in which occupants or rescuers could not open doors. The proposed rules would require obvious mechanical releases, though implementation could take years.

Zoox issued a software recall due to its robotaxis potentially being confused by smoke. The NHTSA has urged autonomous vehicle companies to enhance their responses to emergency situations.

Men were responsible for nearly 80% of fatal crashes linked to aggressive or careless driving, according to a study analyzing federal NHTSA crash data conducted by LendingTree. The study highlights the impact of risky driving behaviors on road safety.

Kia is recalling 463,000 Telluride SUVs due to a fire risk caused by a defect in the front power seat slide cover or knob. Affected owners are advised to park vehicles outside until repairs, which include installing an electronic fuse assembly, can be completed at dealerships.

The NHTSA has identified a pattern of autonomous vehicles interfering with first responders and is demanding solutions from AV manufacturers. The agency is calling for action to address the issue of driverless cars disrupting emergency response efforts.

NHTSA Administrator John Morrison visited Nashville to discuss autonomous vehicle safety and accountability. He highlighted a speeding prevention campaign during his stop in Middle Tennessee.

Ford is recalling over 741,000 vehicles due to a park system issue that could cause unintended movement and rolling away, according to federal regulators.

Hyundai recalled 96,310 vehicles from the 2025 to 2026 model years due to a software error affecting the instrument panel display. The recall includes Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid models, with fixes provided via over-the-air updates or dealers at no cost. Owners can contact Hyundai at 855-371-9460 for details.

Waymo voluntarily recalled 3,800 autonomous vehicles due to a software issue allowing entry into closed freeway construction zones, but the company confirms this will not delay its Denver rollout timeline. Vehicles in Denver continue operating with human drivers, aiming for fully autonomous rides by late 2026. Commuters express safety concerns, while Waymo highlights its safety data showing 84% fewer crashes involving bicyclists compared to human-driven cars.

Stellantis is recalling over 1 million Jeeps due to a potential fire hazard, as reported by the NHTSA. The agency advised owners to park vehicles outside and away from structures until repairs are completed.

Stellantis has recalled over 1 million Jeeps due to a potential fire hazard, as reported by the NHTSA. The agency advises owners to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until repairs are completed.

Hyundai is recalling 421,000 cars due to a software bug causing unexpected braking in 2025-2026 models. The defect, reported to NHTSA, has resulted in four rear-end collisions and injuries.

Honda has issued a recall affecting nearly 60,000 vehicles across two models due to a potentially dangerous camera issue. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) has documented the recall, which impacts up to 59,887 cars.

The Tesla Model Y has passed the NHTSA's new 'Advanced Driver Assistance System' tests, becoming the first vehicle to do so. The tests were conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This achievement highlights Tesla's advancements in driver assistance technology.

The NHTSA has closed its investigation into Tesla's remote parking feature after finding no safety violations. The probe examined crashes linked to the feature's automatic parking capability.