Trump admin proposes axing brake-pedal requirement for AVs in a boost for Tesla (opens original article in a new tab)

The Trump administration proposed changes to allow autonomous vehicles without brake pedals, removing regulatory barriers for companies like Tesla and Zoox.

• Trump administration proposes removing brake pedal requirement for fully autonomous vehicles.
• Companies like Tesla and Zoox could deploy robotaxis faster without manual controls.
• NHTSA aims to update regulations to support AV innovation while maintaining safety standards.