Tesla Model Y is the first car to meet the new U.S. driver assistance safety benchmark

NHTSA said the later-release 2026 Tesla Model Y is the first vehicle to meet its new driver-assistance safety benchmark.

The updated tests cover features such as pedestrian emergency braking, blind spot systems, and lane-keeping assist.

The result gives regulators a clearer standard for evaluating advanced driver-assistance tech.

It could also shape how automakers design and market these systems under the 5-Star ratings program.