Petition asks NHTSA to probe Tesla robotaxis for speeding in school zones

Tesla/Tesla Robotaxi

A recently filed petition asks U.S. regulators to investigate Tesla Cybercab and Model Y robotaxis for exceeding posted speed limits in active school zones, supported by video of several incidents. NHTSA posted the documents on October 12 and has not decided whether to open a full investigation. The preliminary probe would cover an estimated 1,000 model-year 2026 vehicles. Tesla did not immediately comment.

• The petition concerns vehicles running automated driving systems; the article does not describe the recorded incidents.
• NHTSA is separately examining the data Tesla relied on when self-certifying the Cybercab, a two-seat vehicle with no steering wheel or pedals.
• Next step: NHTSA must decide whether to grant or deny the petitioner's request for a full investigation.