NHTSA Signals New Approach to Tesla Robotaxi Approval

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has asked Tesla for detailed information about its self-driving capabilities before June 2025, focusing on performance in poor visibility. This proactive review—before commercial launch—marks a shift from past practice, which waited for real-world accidents to trigger scrutiny. The move suggests regulators are developing clearer standards for fully autonomous vehicles and may reshape how future robotaxi services are approved across the industry.