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NHTSA Grants Zoox Two-Year Exemption From Several Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for Its Automated Driving System Vehicle

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has granted automated vehicle company Zoox a temporary exemption from portions of several Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) that apply to its automated driving system (ADS)-equipped vehicle. The exemption, published in the Federal Register on July 31, 2026, is effective from July…

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Warning Pops Up On Woman’s Toyota Camry. Then She Grabs Her 10-Month-Old Baby And Flees Before Disaster Strikes

"I never jumped so fast to the back of my car."

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The Trump Administration Just Named a Front-Runner in the Robotaxi Race

Zoox got the first commercial exemption for a driverless car. It came with a promise that safety regulations would evolve “as Zoox's technology advances.”

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Trump's DOT Introduces Changes to 'Accelerate' AV Deployment, Directs NHTSA to Grant Zoox Temporary Exemption

The Donald Trump administration on Thursday introduced changes to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations aimed at expediting the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles, granting Amazon.com Inc.‘s (NASDAQ:AMZN) Robotaxi operator Zoox a temporary exemption to deploy its driverless vehicles commercially.

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US regulator advances rules for steering wheel-free autonomous cars

Federal regulators are allowing robotaxis to operate without steering wheels and potentially brake pedals. Amazon's Zoox vehicles received approval to charge customers for rides in Las Vegas. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is updating rules for autonomous vehicle technology. Concerns about safety data and reporting standards for robotaxis remain.…

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Amazon's Robotaxis Have Been Approved For Use. Zoox Will Now Begin Charging For Rides

Amazon's autonomous robotaxis can begin charging people for rides after gaining a series of approvals from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

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In A First, U.S. Clears Zoox's Steering Wheel-Free Robotaxis For Paid Rides

NHTSA granted Zoox a temporary exemption to commercially deploy up to 2,500 of its autonomous pods per year.

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Amazon's Zoox wins first US approval for paid robotaxis with no human controls

Amazon's Zoox secured US approval for limited commercial robotaxi deployment. This marks a significant milestone for autonomous vehicle technology development. The company received clearance to deploy up to 2,500 vehicles annually. NHTSA will monitor performance and can adjust conditions based on vehicle behavior. Zoox currently operates testing services in Las…

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Never Leave Children Or Pets In Cars: Desert Southwest Heat Warnings Highlight Deadly Vehicle Temperature Risk

NWS warns car interiors reach lethal temperatures in minutes as Las Vegas and Phoenix bake. Here is what parents and caregivers should know now.

Medical Daily

Woman Drives Her Mother's New Car. Then It Starts Panicking: 'Intruder Alert. You're Not Phoebe'

"It's forcing my patella through the steering block."

Motor1

The Government May Ban Bad Door Handles

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration intends to mandate easier methods of egress in all vehicles.

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Man Trades In Ford Explorer. Then The Dealership Pulls The Carfax: ‘How Isn’t This A Crime?’

'BE CAREFUL GUYS!'

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Tesla’s Controversial Door Handles Could Trigger New Safety Rules

NHTSA said it would start working on rules around interior door releases in all vehicles.

InsideEVs

Automakers Don't Want to Fix Their Blindingly Bright Headlights

Automakers know that their headlights are routinely blinding people at night, leading to crashes, accidents, and injuries. But they don't want to actually fix the issue, and it's leading to a showdown to see who gets their way.

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Tesla Has To Fix Its Super-Bright Headlights. A New Law Could Change Things For Good.

Two years after Tesla argued safety, the feds order it to fix nearly 20,000 cars with headlights that, in some cases, are nearly double the permitted brightness

International Business Times

Ford Recalls 288,000 Explorers Over Roof Rails That Can Fly Off at Highway Speeds

Nearly 290K Ford Explorers recalled over flying road hazard risks. Check your VIN online today to schedule a free fix before August notices ship.

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Ford's 57th Recall Of The Year Hits 288,000 Explorers Over Loose Roof Rails

The recall affects the 2016-2019 Explorer SUVs, including vehicles Ford has previously repaired.

The Economic Times

Zoox recalls self-driving cars because they may not detect smoke

Last week, ⁠the top U.S. auto safety official said self-driving car companies must quickly ‌address a "clear pattern" of driverless vehicles interfering ⁠with law enforcement and other first responders.

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US agency denies Tesla petition to avoid recall fix over headlight issue

Tesla argued the issue was inconsequential to ‌motor vehicle ⁠safety ⁠and did not require a recall or notification to consumers. NHTSA said it disagreed with Tesla's conclusion that there is no increased risk of glare for surrounding traffic or the driver of the vehicle. The recall covers about 19,900 2017-2023…

The Independent UK

Fed probe suggests Tesla's self-driving feature wasn't to blame in crash that killed a grandmother

Federal safety investigators say the driver of a runaway Tesla that killed a grandmother in her home last month had pressed the accelerator to full speed, suggesting the vehicle’s self-driving software was not to blame

RideApart

Some 2022-2024 Husqvarna and GasGas Motorcycles Recalled For Potentially Faulty Rear Brake

Only specific models produced between specific dates are believed to be affected, but so far one crash in Germany has been attributed to this issue.

The Independent UK

Subaru recalls more than 541,000 SUVs over labels with incorrect weight rating

Subaru of America is recalling over 541,000 Crosstrek, Forester and Ascent vehicles in the U.S. due to an inaccurate label

International Business Times UK

Subaru Recalls 541,000 Foresters, Ascents, and Crosstreks in the US Over a Label Typo Raising Road Safety Concerns

Subaru recalls over 540k vehicles in the US due to incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating labels, posing potential safety risks. Affected models include Ascent, Forester, and Crosstrek Hybrid.

Motor1

Over 300,000 Honda Odyssey Minivans Have Backup Camera Issues

Honda’s most family-friendly vehicle may leave owners with limited rear visibility. A fix will be provided.

Benzinga

Ross Gerber's 'Controversial' EV Opinion? He Prefers Tesla's Cybertruck Over His Rivian, but Criticizes FSD

Investor Ross Gerber of investment firm Gerber Kawasaki has said that he likes the Elon Musk-led Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) Cybertruck more than his Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) EV.

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