The preliminary evaluation involves an estimated 1.2 million vehicles, including Model 3 sedans from the 2018 to 2020 model years and Model Y SUVs from 2021 to 2023.
July 31, 2026Latest News Updates From Richard Clough
NHTSA considers ending steering wheel mandate for robotaxis
The comments follow NHTSA’s move last month to update federal safety standards to remove the mandate for manual brake pedals in autonomous vehicles.
July 9, 2026Stellantis Recalls Over 1 Million Jeeps Due to Fire Risk
The issue stems from potential overheating in wiring for the electric hydraulic power steering pump in certain Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles, according to NHTSA.
June 9, 2026STB Pauses Review of Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Deal
Shares of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern slumped the most in more than a year after the STB paused its review of their planned $72 billion merger.
May 28, 2026NHTSA Investigates Rivian Over 2 Reports of Cars Swerving
NHTSA said it received two complaints from Rivian owners describing separation of a suspension rod that connects the wheel hub to the vehicle chassis.
May 28, 2026RV Suppliers Patrick, LCI Terminate Merger Discussions
Recreational vehicle suppliers LCI Industries and Patrick Industries terminated discussions over a potential merger.
May 4, 2026Genuine Parts to Split Automotive and Industrial Businesses
The decision comes at a volatile time for the automotive business, which is grappling with high costs, economic uncertainty and affordability challenges for consumers.
February 17, 2026Eaton to Buy Boyd Thermal for $9.5B in Data Center Play
The acquisition gives Eaton a portfolio of thermal-management products designed to control excess heat from data centers or in other applications across the industrial and aerospace sectors.
November 3, 2025Tesla Recalls Cybertruck a 10th Time in Less Than 2 Years
The latest recall of 6,197 Cybertrucks is due to a potential issue with the installation of an off-road light bar accessory that could detach and increase the risk of a collision.
October 30, 2025Tesla Recalls 13,000 EVs Over Risk of Battery Power Loss
The problem stems from a faulty battery pack connection part, which can lead to loss of propulsion without warning, Tesla said in documents posted to NHTSA’s website.
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