Tesla has taken a new step in its European expansion. The Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software, its advanced driver assistance system, is now available in Lithuania, the second country on the continent to approve its use.
The news comes just a month after the Dutch regulator RDW gave the green light. For Elon Musk's company, this advancement is crucial to position itself as a leader in artificial intelligence and robotics, beyond just being a car manufacturer.
The rollout in Europe is progressing gradually, influenced by the strict regulatory controls that differ from what happens in the United States. So far, only the Netherlands and Lithuania have it active, but other countries could join using the Dutch certification.
According to reports, Greece's transport ministry is preparing a bill to authorize the system. Belgium is also expected to approve it following the same path.
Strategic and Financial Importance
This growth is key to Tesla's ambitious plans. Elon Musk's compensation package, valued in the billions, is tied to meeting targets that include reaching 10 million active FSD subscriptions by 2035.
Currently, the company has nearly 1.3 million customers paying for the service globally. The system, which requires constant supervision from the driver, was launched in beta at the end of 2020 and has received continuous updates to improve its performance in maneuvers such as lane changes, parking, and general driving.
