Tesla’s latest autonomous vehicle, the Cybercab, is being scrutinized by Arkansas regulators after a series of incidents involving its steering‑wheel‑less design. The state’s Department of Motor Vehicles has opened an investigation into the safety and regulatory compliance of the vehicle, citing concerns over its lack of a traditional steering mechanism and the potential risks to passengers and pedestrians. Tesla claims the Cybercab’s advanced sensor suite and AI navigation should compensate for the absence of a manual steering wheel, but officials are demanding detailed safety data and testing results. The outcome of the probe could influence the broader rollout of fully autonomous taxis across the United States.
Steering-wheel-less Cybercab by Tesla under investigation The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
