New Law Could Let Tesla Ship Cars With No Brake Pedals Installed

The DOT proposed regulatory changes in June 2026 that would allow autonomous vehicles like Tesla's Cybercab to ship without brake pedals, eliminating the need for exemptions that currently cap production at 2,500 units annually. The change removes a significant regulatory barrier for Tesla's robotaxi service, which has been delayed by compliance requirements and NHTSA investigations into its Full Self-Driving claims.