NHTSA

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is a U.S. government agency responsible for ensuring the safety of motor vehicles and road users. Recently, it has been in the news for initiating a preliminary evaluation of a Waymo self-driving car incident in Santa Monica, California, where the vehicle struck a child near a school. NHTSA's role includes investigating such incidents to determine compliance with safety regulations and to enhance road safety standards.