#Europe

FSD Europe • Apr 11, 2026

Tesla Full Self-Driving gets first-ever European approval

Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology has received its first regulatory approval in Europe, starting in the Netherlands. This means eligible Dutch Tesla owners with an FSD subscription will soon receive a software update to activate the feature. This marks a significant milestone for Tesla's expansion of its advanced driver-assist system into the European market.

FSD Europe • Apr 10, 2026

Tesla gets FSD Supervised approved in the Netherlands — here’s what it means

The Netherlands has become the first European country to grant official approval for Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised system. This means Tesla owners in the Netherlands can now legally use the advanced driver-assist feature on public roads. While other EU countries could individually recognize this approval, it does not yet constitute a wider European Union authorization.

FSD Europe • Apr 10, 2026

Tesla finally secures FSD approval in the Netherlands

Tesla has received regulatory approval to launch its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software in the Netherlands. This marks a significant milestone as the first official FSD approval for Tesla in Europe. For owners and enthusiasts, it signals the potential start of a broader European rollout of the advanced driver-assistance system.

FSD Europe • Apr 09, 2026

FSD Subscription at €129/month: A Cost-Benefit Analysis for French Drivers

Tesla has permanently ended the one-time purchase option for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) package, making it available only by subscription for new buyers. In Europe, the subscription costs between €99 and €129 per month. This shift means owners must now weigh the ongoing cost against the convenience of accessing Tesla's advanced driver-assistance features.

FSD • Apr 09, 2026

Tesla cracks down on FSD hacking devices, remotely shuts down access

Tesla is remotely and permanently disabling Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities on vehicles that use unauthorized hacking devices to unlock the feature. This crackdown targets owners in regions where FSD is not officially approved, such as Europe and Asia. Affected vehicles are being reverted to basic Autopilot, meaning owners who used these devices have lost their FSD access for good.

Latest • Apr 08, 2026

Tesla makes major rebound in European market with 4x in registrations

Tesla's new vehicle registrations in Germany quadrupled in March 2026 compared to the previous year. This signals a powerful rebound for the brand in a key European market. For owners and enthusiasts, it demonstrates Tesla's growing momentum and competitive strength against established automakers.

FSD Europe • Apr 07, 2026

DCAS and UN-R-171: The dictionary for understanding Tesla's certification

Tesla's European rollout of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised software hinges on a key regulatory decision by Dutch authorities on April 10, 2026. The approval depends on compliance with the complex UN-R-171 regulation, which governs automated lane-keeping systems. This decision is critical for enabling the widespread release of the feature to Tesla owners in Europe.

FSD Europe • Apr 07, 2026

Tesla FSD v14 in Europe: Is Your Car's Hardware Ready?

Tesla's latest software update suggests that only vehicles with Hardware 4 will be eligible for the upcoming Full Self-Driving (FSD) v14 in Europe. This means owners with older Hardware 3 may not receive the advanced autonomous driving features. The distinction is crucial as Europe's regulatory approval deadline of April 10th approaches.

FSD Europe • Apr 06, 2026

Tesla's "Grand Cleanup" Precedes European FSD Launch

Tesla is rolling out a major software update in Europe that, despite minimal release notes, is a strategic technical overhaul to prepare for the launch of Full Self-Driving (FSD). This "Grand Cleanup" involves a complete semantic and technical transition of its driver-assistance systems to align with the upcoming FSD software. For European owners, this means their vehicles are being readied for the imminent arrival of FSD capabilities.

Stock & Business • Apr 06, 2026

Xiaomi poaches Tesla’s delivery operations manager in Europe ahead of 2027 launch

Xiaomi has hired Tesla's Senior Manager of Delivery Operations for Central Europe to lead its own European logistics, ahead of its 2027 market launch. This is part of a targeted recruitment push, as at least one other Tesla operations staffer has also joined the Chinese EV maker. For Tesla, this represents a loss of key European operational expertise to a future competitor.

Software Updates • Apr 03, 2026

Tesla rolls out the 2026.8.6 update, which hints at FSD v14 launch in Europe (Release Notes, more)

Tesla has released a new software update (2026.8.6) to vehicles in North America and Europe. This update extends the recent Autopilot renaming feature to European owners, which was previously only in North America. The change is seen as a preparatory step hinting at the future launch of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) v14 software in Europe.

FSD Europe • Mar 27, 2026

FSD in Europe: Why the April 10th Verdict in the Netherlands Will Unlock France

A key regulatory decision in the Netherlands on April 10, 2026, could pave the way for Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software to launch across Europe. This verdict is expected to trigger a cascade of approvals in other European countries, including France. For Tesla owners and enthusiasts, this represents the final step toward gaining access to the long-awaited advanced driver-assistance features on the continent.