Trump plans to relax rules for autonomous cars and boost tech sector (Instagram @teslamotors)
Donald Trump’s future administration plans to relax federal regulations on autonomous cars, according to information from Bloomberg.
The goal would be to create a national regulatory framework to facilitate the introduction of fully autonomous vehicles on the roads, removing barriers such as the current limit of 2,500 units per manufacturer per year.
While specific details have not yet been defined, there are bipartisan discussions on new legislation that could significantly increase this number, benefiting companies like Tesla.
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, is among those who could benefit the most from these changes. The company recently unveiled the Cybercab, an all-electric, fully autonomous model with no steering wheel or pedals, with production expected in 2026. Tesla is betting on more flexible regulations to advance its vision of a fleet of affordable autonomous taxis, a concept previously mentioned at the company’s events.
Despite the enthusiasm, the plans are still in the early stages, with no official confirmation regarding policies or leadership from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Additionally, regulatory issues at the state level will need to be considered, as these governments have the autonomy to set their own rules for autonomous vehicles, which could influence the implementation of federal proposals.
Source: Car and Driver | Photo: Instagram @teslamotors | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
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