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Tesla FSD Safety Statistics Skewed: Estonia Grants Approval

Source: heise online • Published on 29 May 2026 at 15:26 Original Source
Tesla FSD Safety Statistics Skewed: Estonia Grants Approval

Summary

Tesla's Full Self-Driving safety statistics may be statistically skewed, a report finds. Estonia has nonetheless granted approval for FSD.

Tesla FSD Safety Statistics Skewed

A recent report from heise online indicates that Tesla's published safety data for Full Self-Driving (FSD) may be statistically skewed. The analysis suggests that accident rates are not directly comparable to human drivers, as FSD is primarily used on simpler routes. This raises questions about the system's actual safety.

[NOTE] > The skew results from selective test conditions that favor the system.

Estonia Grants Approval

Despite these concerns, Estonia has become the first Baltic country to grant approval for Tesla's FSD. This could set a precedent for other EU states, although UNECE regulations still impose stricter requirements. For details on Estonia's decision, see Tesla FSD in Europe: Estonia gives green light.

Comparison: USA vs. Europe

CriteriaUSAEurope (Estonia)
ApprovalBroadLimited
RegulationNHTSAUNECE
SkewLess controlledStricter scrutiny

Technical Challenges

The hardware differences between HW3 and HW4 play a role. In Europe, additional sensors may be required, as discussed in Tesla Hardware Comparison.

Conclusion

FSD approval in Estonia is an important step, but the statistical skew remains a problem. Further testing is needed to ensure safety.

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