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Tesla Model Y becomes first car to clear new US driver assistance safety benchmark
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Published on 7 May 2026
Only 2026 Model Y built after a key date qualifies
A new US driver assistance safety benchmark has been introduced, and the 2026 Tesla Model Y is the first vehicle to meet it. The rating applies specifically to Model Y units assembled on or after November 12, 2025, meaning earlier builds won’t automatically qualify. Tesla’s latest result sets a new reference point for future vehicles and software updates.
- 2026 Tesla Model Y is the first to meet the new US benchmark
- Eligibility depends on when the vehicle was assembled
- The benchmark applies to units built on or after Nov 12, 2025
- It establishes a new safety bar for driver-assistance tech
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