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Tesla FSD in Europe: Next Release in Another Country Is Imminent

Source: insideTesla.de • Published on 12 May 2026 at 07:00 Original Source
Tesla FSD in Europe: Next Release in Another Country Is Imminent

Summary

Tesla is about to release the Full Self-Driving (FSD) mode in another European country. The manufacturer is advancing the expansion of autonomous driving in Europe.

Tesla is about to release its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system in another European country. Following the first EU approval in the Netherlands First EU Approval: Tesla Activates "Full Self-Driving (Supervised)" in the Netherlands and the approval in Lithuania Tesla FSD Lithuania Approved: Timeline and Expectations, progress continues rapidly.

Expansion in Europe

The expansion of FSD in Europe is being carried out in close coordination with national approval authorities. Each country must individually approve the system, making the process time-consuming. Nevertheless, Tesla is showing progress:

  • Netherlands: First EU approval in February 2026

  • Lithuania: Recently approved

  • Other countries: Another country will follow shortly
[IMPORTANT] > The FSD release in Europe will initially be in "Supervised" mode, requiring constant driver attention. A fully autonomous release is not yet foreseeable.

Table: Comparison of FSD in USA vs. Europe

AspectUSAEurope
ApprovalState-level, first releases since 2020Individual national approvals, first EU-wide release from Feb 2026
HardwareHW3 and HW4Mainly HW4, HW3 optional
SupervisionDriver monitoring via cameraDriver monitoring via steering wheel sensor and camera
SpeedHighway and cityInitially only highway, later city
Cost$12,000 or subscription€10,000 or subscription

The upcoming release is eagerly awaited, as it could mark the starting point for a broader European rollout.

Challenges and Outlook

In addition to regulation, Tesla faces challenges such as adapting to European traffic rules and signs. The systems also need to be optimized for different road conditions. Nevertheless, the path for a gradual introduction of FSD in Europe has been paved.

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