Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software faces uncertainty for European approval following a clarification from the Dutch regulator RDW regarding deployment in the Netherlands.
Tesla previously asserted on social media that the RDW, responsible for vehicle licensing in the Netherlands, would approve FSD by February 2026. Tesla encouraged users to contact the RDW to express enthusiasm for this development.
Tesla has been working hard toward shipping Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in Europe for over 12 months now. We have given FSD demos to regulators of almost every EU country. We have requested early access, pilot release programs or exemptions where possible.
We have developed…
— Tesla Europe & Middle East (@teslaeurope) November 22, 2025
The RDW subsequently issued a statement clarifying that Tesla intends to demonstrate FSD Supervised in February, as reported by Bloomberg. This statement did not confirm an approval timeline. The RDW’s statement reads: “RDW and Tesla know what efforts need to be made to make a decision on this in February. Whether the schedule will be met remains to be seen in the coming period. For the RDW, (traffic) safety is paramount.”
Tesla vehicles include Autopilot, a standard driver assistance system. Customers can upgrade to FSD Supervised for an additional $8,000. This upgrade adds automated driving functionalities, such as steering and lane changes, on highways and urban roads. FSD Supervised is not autonomous, requiring drivers to maintain active engagement and keep hands on the steering wheel.
FSD is currently available in Australia, Canada, China, Mexico, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, and the United States.
