The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched a formal investigation into Avride, a self-driving technology partner for Uber.
The probe examines multiple collisions involving Avride vehicles operating with autonomous systems engaged. Reported incidents include vehicles failing to stop for traffic, making unsafe lane changes, and striking stationary objects.
These crashes resulted in property damage and at least one minor injury. Avride began offering autonomous rides on the Uber platform in Dallas in December 2025.
A trained human safety operator was present in the vehicle during every recorded incident. Avride stated it is cooperating fully with the federal investigation.