European regulators face mounting pressure from Tesla to approve its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, but critics warn the company is relying on disputed safety research to push through approvals. Seven traffic-safety researchers have raised concerns over the methodology behind Tesla’s claims, while seven EU nations have already granted national approvals despite the controversy. The debate highlights tensions between innovation and regulatory scrutiny in autonomous vehicle development. Questions remain over whether current assessments adequately protect public safety as self-driving systems advance.


Tesla is pressuring European regulators to approve its FSD technology using flawed safety research, according to seven traffic-safety researchers. Seven EU countries have granted national approvals, ...