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NHTSA proposed updating FMVSS No. 108 to accommodate automated driving systems, remove regulatory barriers, reduce costs, and modernize headlamp rules. The proposal directly supports Tesla’s autonomous-driving narrative, though it is not yet final.
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NHTSA Proposes Updating Vehicle Lighting Standard, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards No. 108, To Accommodate Automated Driving Systems And Modernize Headlamp Requirements; NHTSA Says The Changes Are Intended To Eliminate Unnecessary Regulatory Barriers, Reduce Costs, And Enable Innovation Without Compromising Vehicle Safety https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-21794.pdf