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Tesla has changed the name of its driver-assistance package in Europe from Full Self-Driving to Tesla Assisted Driving following criticism from Germany's Transport Ministry regarding the original terminology. The modification prompted Germany's transport minister to advocate for broader European adoption of the software. [4][3][1]
Tesla’s driver-assistance package is now called “Tesla Assisted Driving” in Europe. The company’s German website no longer mentions “Full Self-Driving,” and the old address now redirects to a new “Tesla Assisted Driving” page. The rename follows Germany’s Transport Ministry calling the FSD name misleading, and it’s part of a deal that has Berlin backing Tesla’s push for EU-wide approval.
Excerpt · Electrek
Tesla has renamed Full Self-Driving in Europe, as it seeks to get it approved in more countries.
Excerpt · Engadget
The name change is enough for Germany's transport minister to start advocating for Europe-wide adoption of the driver assistance software.
Excerpt · TechCrunch
The automaker has been criticized for misleading drivers with the feature’s name. Now it’s renaming it for European regulators.
Excerpt · WIRED