STD-NHTSA-2022-002

FMVSS 500-Series Update — Occupant Protection for Vehicles with Automated Driving Systems (No Manual Controls)

FMVSS 500 系列更新 — 无人工控制装置的自动驾驶车辆乘员保护

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SUMMARY

Removes the requirement for traditional manual controls (steering wheel, pedals) to be present for vehicles designed exclusively for ADS operation. Clarifies occupant protection test methods for novel seating arrangements.

IMPACT / ANALYSIS

Unlocks purpose-built Robotaxi designs (Zoox, Cruise Origin-style). A foundational regulatory enabler.

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