NHTSA’s proposed rulemaking is a major development for federal AV regulation. The proposed rule would implement AV STEP, a voluntary program for vehicles with advanced
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has delayed the effective date of its automatic emergency braking (AEB) rule to give the Trump administration more time to review the
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it was opening a preliminary probe into vehicles manufactured by General Motors after receiving reports alleging engine failure.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is charged with establishing safety and fuel economy standards for motor vehicles
Kia is recalling over 80,000 of its electric and hybrid vehicles over a floor wiring issue that increases the risk of unintentional and improper airbag deployment.
Consumer Reports (CR), the Green Science Policy Institute, and the International Association of Fire Fighters with the support of 68 organizations and more than 46,000 consumers have filed a
According to the NHTSA, the new rear seat-belt rule will prevent more than 500 injuries and save about 50 lives every year.
A recall of the affected models, which include the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, may be issued if needed.
More:How to find out if your vehicle has a recall, what it means and what drivers need to know The NHTSA report said no crashes or fires had been reported. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. The auto safety regulator received 39 ...
The Biden administration would like for car manufacturers to equip their vehicles with new and improved emergency braking systems that could reduce accidents and save lives. Car manufacturers would rather not. So a lobbying group representing the biggest names in automotives is suing to stop the new rule from taking effect.
The analysis will cover 2021-24 model years, which is about 129,222 cars, according to NHTSA. In its analysis, NHTSA will investigate Ford's system limitations and "evaluate drivers’ ability to ...