Tesla’s planned rollout of its driverless Cybercab service has drawn scrutiny from U.S. regulators, prompting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to open an investigation into the technology’s safety and compliance. Meanwhile, the CEO of Here Technologies, a mapping subsidiary of automakers, has highlighted a growing industry trend as car manufacturers reconsider in-house mapping solutions over third-party alternatives. The move reflects broader tensions between innovation in autonomous driving and the need for robust regulatory oversight. Industry observers are watching closely as these developments could reshape the future of self-driving technology and automotive navigation.


Tesla's driverless Cybercab launch triggers an NHTSA probe, while Here Technologies' CEO details automakers' shift back to embedded maps.