An Australian insurer has become the second in the world to formally acknowledge Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology when determining vehicle insurance premiums, marking a significant shift in how automated driving features are assessed by the industry. The move reflects growing recognition of advanced driver-assistance systems as a factor in risk evaluation, though widespread adoption remains limited. Industry experts suggest this could encourage other insurers to reassess their policies as autonomous technology evolves. The decision underscores the tension between innovation in vehicle safety and traditional underwriting practices.
Australian insurer to recognise Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology in calculating premiums, only second in world to do so The Driven IO
