US to loosen rules on self-driving vehicles criticised by Elon Musk

The Trump administration is easing regulations for self-driving cars, notably allowing exemptions from crash reporting requirements, a shift pushed by Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk. US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized the need for a unified national standard to enhance innovation and safety in autonomous vehicle deployment. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) aims to streamline regulations while addressing concerns over transparency and safety, especially given ongoing investigations into Tesla’s Autopilot system.