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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Bernard Condon

Tesla Cybercabs face safety probe as regulators question driverless taxi compliance

Tesla is launching the "Cybercab" which is a taxi with no steering wheel or pedals, designed purely for autonomy - (AFP/Getty)

Federal regulators have opened an investigation into whether Tesla's new driverless taxis adhere to safety standards, just one day after the company began offering rides in the vehicles.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it is looking into whether Tesla fully complied with federal rules when deploying its so-called Cybercabs in Austin, Texas, given that the two-seater vehicles lack steering wheels, mirrors or brake pedals typically required for road use.

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