The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reduced its workforce by 4% as it concurrently investigates several facets of Tesla's autonomous driving technologies. This move aligns with broader workforce reductions driven by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, which is striving to streamline operations across federal departments. Investigations into Tesla include scrutiny of its Autopilot and smart summon features. The staffing cuts raise concerns about the agency's capability to manage essential safety protocols, despite assurances that safety oversight will remain robust amid the changes.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, tasked with ensuring vehicle safety, has cut its workforce by 4% amidst ongoing investigations into Tesla's self-driving technologies.
Elon Musk's DOGE has initiated sweeping workforce reductions within the government, aiming to eliminate what it perceives as inefficiency, including significant cuts among federal agencies.
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