Uber partner Avride is under investigation for self-driving crashes
TechCrunchMay 8, 2026
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into Avride, a partner of Uber, following reports of over a dozen crashes involving its self-driving vehicles, including one minor injury. This scrutiny raises concerns about the safety and reliability of autonomous driving technology as it continues to evolve in the transportation sector.