Milestone for Tesla FSD in Europe
Tesla has taken a significant step towards autonomous driving in Europe. As the company confirmed, the "Full Self-Driving (Supervised)" system has been officially approved and activated in the Netherlands for the first time. This makes it the first EU country where the controversial but cutting-edge driving software can be legally used.
Netherlands as a Pioneer
The Dutch road traffic authority RDW has approved the release. FSD (Supervised) allows the vehicle to steer, accelerate, and brake autonomously on highways and rural roads, but still requires the driver's full attention. Activation occurs via an over-the-air update.
Impact on Other EU Countries
The approval in the Netherlands could serve as a blueprint for other EU states. Previously, only Estonia and Lithuania had given the green light, but not as EU members with the same regulations. Germany, France, and the UK are currently reviewing the requirements.
Technical Details
Tesla FSD is based on a neural network that processes real-time data from cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors. The current version V12 uses pure AI approaches without line-by-line programming. For the upgrade, Hardware 3 or newer is required.
Key Facts
- Feature: Highway assistant, lane changes, automatic parking function, traffic light and stop sign recognition
- Cost: In the Netherlands, available only as a subscription for €99/month
- Driver monitoring: Interior camera checks attentiveness
Future in Europe
Tesla is working to get FSD approved in further EU countries. The most important step is recognition under the UNECE regulation, which harmonizes Level 2 systems. [Tesla FSD (Supervised): EU-wide approval faces resistance]
In parallel, Tesla is already testing the system on British roads with right-hand traffic. [Tesla tests FSD system in left-hand traffic: London as preparation for Europe]
Customer Voice
"Since the update, highway driving feels more relaxed. But I never take my hands completely off the steering wheel," a Dutch Tesla driver reports on Twitter.
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