June 24 (UPI) -- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration contacted Tesla after robotaxis were seen violating traffic laws in Austin in videos posted on social media.
The NHTSA said it was "aware of the referenced incidents and is in contact with the manufacturer to gather additional information," in a statement emailed to TechCrunch.
"NHTSA will continue to enforce the law on all manufacturers of motor vehicles and equipment, in accordance with the Vehicle Safety Act and our data-driven, risk-based investigative process," the agency said. "Under U.S. law, NHTSA does not pre-approve new technologies or vehicle systems -- rather, manufacturers certify that each vehicle meets NHTSA's rigorous safety standards, and the agency investigates incidents involving potential safety defects. Following an assessment of those reports and other relevant information, NHTSA will take any necessary actions to protect road safety."
On social media, the robotaxi drove on the wrong side of the road after it failed to take a left turn and continued driving down the wrong side of the yellow lines.
Another video showed a robotaxi driving past the destination.
