Tesla Under Federal Scrutiny Over Cybercab Rollout Strategy

Tesla is facing a federal investigation concerning the launch of its Cybercab, the automaker’s purpose-built robotaxi. According to WardsAuto, the company has not followed the administration’s own exemption rules, which has drawn scrutiny from regulators.

The dispute centers on Tesla’s justification for the vehicle’s design, which omits side mirrors, pedals, and a steering wheel. The EV maker has argued that its robotaxi performs better without these conventional components, but federal officials appear unsatisfied with how the company has navigated the exemption process.

The probe adds uncertainty to Tesla’s timeline for bringing the Cybercab to public roads, as it must resolve regulatory questions before broader deployment can proceed.