Tesla owners in the Netherlands have achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 10 million kilometres driven using Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised in less than a month. This achievement was announced by Tesla Europe, who thanked Dutch drivers for their contribution towards gathering data to enhance road safety in the region.
The rapid accumulation of mileage showcases the high adoption rate of FSD technology in the Netherlands since its recent release. Users have commended the system for its capability to navigate through complex European infrastructure. One Tesla owner, kmartyn, mentioned that the 10 million kilometres were completed in a relatively short period without any major incidents.
This data comes at a crucial time for Tesla as reports suggest that the company may present these safety statistics to the RDW (the Netherlands Vehicle Authority) for a presentation to the European Commission’s Technical Committee on Motor Vehicles. The objective is to provide evidence that supports a broader rollout of FSD across the European Union.
The Netherlands has always been a key hub for Tesla’s European operations, with its regional headquarters located in Amsterdam. Due to the tech-savvy population and well-maintained road infrastructure, the country is often used as a testing ground for new software features before being deployed across the continent.
The current version of FSD being utilized is Supervised, requiring a human driver to remain attentive and ready to take control at any given moment. Unlike previous versions limited by stringent EU regulations, the latest V14 builds have shown significant advancements in navigating Dutch roundabouts and narrow city streets.
The RDW plays a crucial role in this process as the type-approval authority for Tesla in Europe. If the RDW is satisfied with the safety data collected from the 10 million kilometres driven, it could lead to regulatory changes allowing Tesla to activate more advanced autonomous features in neighboring countries like Germany and Belgium.