Tesla FSD Gets Green Light in Netherlands

Dutch regulators have granted approval for Tesla's partially automated driving system, known as Full Self-Driving (FSD) software. This landmark decision by the RDW, the Netherlands' vehicle approval organization, permits drivers within the country to utilize the FSD system immediately. The Netherlands now intends to seek approval for the software across the entire European Union, a process that will require a vote from all member states. Elon Musk acknowledged the rigorous approval process, thanking the Dutch regulators for their thorough review.

It is important to note that Tesla's FSD software is not fully autonomous and requires continuous human supervision. The RDW emphasized that the version approved in Europe differs from the one used in the United States. European safety and environmental requirements are stricter, meaning the software functionalities for European and US vehicles are not directly comparable. This Dutch approval represents the first instance of Tesla's FSD software being authorized in Europe.