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Tesla reportedly pressured Dutch agency over FSD approval
Emails allegedly show Tesla trying to make Europe’s review of its driving-assistance system easier.
10 October 2026 1 min read 5 views
Tesla reportedly tried to influence the Dutch RDW during its assessment of Full Self-Driving. Several emails allegedly show the carmaker pushing for a more favorable and less demanding review process.
The issue matters because the Netherlands examines technologies intended for the European market. Despite its name, FSD remains a driver-assistance system: motorists must keep control of the vehicle and pay attention to the road.