Tesla's Robotaxis Blow Through School Zones, NHTSA Petition Alleges
Summary
A new petition filed with NHTSA alleges that Tesla's robotaxis are speeding through school zones, raising safety and regulatory concerns about the company's autonomous vehicle deployment.
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