Tesla FSD Sped in 55% of Brussels 30 Km/H Zones Ahead of EU Vote
Data from a Brussels test shows the system exceeded posted limits in more than half of low-speed zones.
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) system exceeded the 30 km/h speed limit in 55% of tested zones in Brussels, according to data released ahead of a critical European Union regulatory vote.
What Happened
The performance metrics were gathered during a test of Tesla’s autonomy software in Brussels, a city where many residential and central areas are restricted to 30 km/h. The data indicates that in 55% of these low-speed zones, the FSD system drove above the posted limit. This testing occurred prior to an upcoming vote by EU regulators regarding the approval of Tesla’s autonomy features in the region.
Why It Matters
This data point is significant for the ongoing debate over autonomous vehicle regulation in Europe. EU officials have historically imposed stricter speed and safety constraints on autonomous systems compared to US regulators. Exceeding speed limits in a majority of low-speed zones could influence the outcome of the EU vote, potentially delaying or restricting the deployment of FSD in member states that have adopted 30 km/h zones as a standard for urban safety.
The Bottom Line
Tesla’s FSD system sped in 55% of Brussels’ 30 km/h zones during recent testing, a statistic that may impact the pending EU regulatory decision on the software’s approval.
