Trump’s team reportedly wants to end NHTSA reporting requirements for car crashes involving automated systems

According to a report from ReutersPresident-elect Donald Trump’s transition team is trying to eliminate a rule put in place by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that requires automakers to report crashes if advanced driver-assistance technology or automated driving systems are used within 30 seconds of a crash. NHTSA issued Permanent public order In 2021, she says her goal is to collect data that can help her identify potential safety issues.

The data has been used in accident investigations involving six companies so far, including Tesla and GM’s Cruise (which… Shut down its robotaxi As of this week). Tesla “disdains” reporting requirements and believes the data may be misleading to consumers, Reuters Citing sources close to Tesla executives. In a document I saw ReutersThe transition team responsible for developing the 100-day strategy for auto policy has reportedly recommended that the incoming administration eliminate the requirement, saying it calls for “excessive” data collection.

It is not known whether Elon Musk — who Donated more than $250 million To help Trump win the elections and was chosen to lead the “new government”Government Efficiency Department“Along with Vivek Ramaswamy – had no role in the recommendation. Tesla has reported more than 1,500 crashes, accounting for 40 of the 45 fatal crashes reported to NHTSA,” Reuters Reports. But, according to University of South Carolina law professor Bryant Walker Smith, who spoke to… ReutersTesla has more cars on the road equipped with advanced driver assistance technology and collects more real-time crash data than other companies, which may lead to a disproportionate number of reported crashes.