The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed Thursday that Tesla submitted reports on “numerous” incidents involving its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving systems several months after crashes occurred, far exceeding the mandated five-day reporting window. The investigation adds to mounting regulatory pressure on Tesla’s autonomous driving technology, including an existing probe covering 2.4 million vehicles following crashes in low-visibility conditions that resulted in at least one fatality. Broader Implications for Autonomous Vehicle RolloutThe timing proves particularly significant given Tesla’s ambitious autonomous vehicle expansion plans. Investors have maintained support for Tesla stock despite declining sales and profits, betting on the company’s self-driving technology despite ongoing safety concerns. The investigation underscores broader challenges facing autonomous vehicle deployment as regulators balance innovation with public safety oversight in an rapidly evolving technology landscape.