Dutch vehicle authority RDW approved Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Supervised software for public roads. This decision marks the technology’s first official clearance in Europe.
The approval follows an 18-month testing period. It applies to both highways and city streets, though human drivers must remain attentive during operation.
Tesla will begin the rollout in the Netherlands shortly. The company aims to expand across the European Union, which maintains stricter safety standards than the U.S.
Tesla stock has fallen nearly 22% year-to-date. This regulatory milestone provides a positive catalyst for the automaker.