Tesla won’t have to report as many Level 2 crashes after Trump’s rule change
theverge.comPublished: 4/29/2025
Summary
The revised transportation rules aim to reduce red tape by allowing companies like Tesla to report fewer crash cases involving Level 2 autonomous vehicles. Under the new regulations, Tesla no longer needs to report tow-away crashes without injuries or airbag deployments, significantly reducing their reporting burden. Tesla, a major ADAS provider, previously reported over 86% of all such crashes. Safety advocates warn that this change may hinder public understanding of evolving vehicle safety technologies.