NHTSA's Shift: Regulatory Challenges and Industry Pressures

This chapter examines the evolving role of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) amid reduced regulatory powers and industry lobbying for deregulation. It critically assesses the implications of emerging technologies like autonomous vehicles and automatic emergency braking on road safety and enforcement capabilities. The discussion also raises concerns about the reliability of safety claims from the automated vehicle industry and the need for stronger regulations and technological solutions to ensure safety on U.S. highways.