Tesla's Supervised Full Self-Driving approved first in Europe by the Netherlands

The Dutch authorities, known as the RDW, have announced that after thorough testing of nearly a year and a half, they have given the official go-ahead to Tesla's Full-Self Driving (FSD) Supervised system.

This decision makes the Netherlands the pioneering European nation to allow FSD on their highways.

Such a move could pave the path for broader acceptance within the EU. Given Tesla’s European base in Amsterdam, it's appropriate that the Netherlands leads in adopting the company's FSD technology.

In their statement publicising this approval, the RDW mentioned, "Correct usage of driver support systems positively impacts road safety by assisting drivers with their tasks; it complements the driver.

By persistently supervising the driver in the vehicle, the system enhances safety more than other driver assistance technologies."

The release bringing FSD Supervised (version 2026.3.6) has begun to roll out to a select group.

Drivers are required to view a tutorial and pass a quiz before they can activate self-driving, serving as a reminder that FSD Supervised “does not turn your vehicle into a fully autonomous machine. Always remain attentive.”

Tesla’s FSD has encountered some hurdles in the US lately, including an inquiry by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that may result in a recall. However, a separate investigation was