NHTSA says the 2026 Tesla Model Y is the first car model to pass the agency's new ADAS tests; Tesla conducted the tests and submitted the results to the NHTSA (Kirsten Korosec/TechCrunch)
TechmemeMay 9, 2026
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that the 2026 Tesla Model Y is the first vehicle to successfully pass its new Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) tests. Tesla conducted the necessary evaluations and submitted the results to the agency, marking a significant milestone in automotive safety standards.