Tesla's Full Self-Driving Data Under Scrutiny by European Regulators

By EC Assets · Published 15 June 2026

Tesla presented safety data for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system to European regulators. The company’s efforts aimed to secure European approval for the FSD system. The presented data was self-published safety statistics. Correspondence obtained through public records requests indicated that Tesla presented inflated safety data to some European regulators. Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) system was recently tested in Europe, specifically in the Netherlands. Its Full Self-Driving system is now commonly branded as Full Self-Driving (Supervised). Tesla's support language maintains that the driver must remain attentive while using the system. The company released its first localized snapshot of public Full Self-Driving (Supervised) safety data in Europe. European consumers have shown ambivalence and skepticism toward self-driving cars. Public acceptance is a pivotal factor for autonomous vehicle adoption in Europe. Concerns regarding safety and trust are frequently cited among consumers. The UNECE indicates a potential delay in full regulatory approval for Tesla's FSD Supervised system across Europe. This delay could extend until January 2027. This article is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice.