テスラの日本子会社社長によると、同社のFull Self-Driving技術は2026年に日本に拡大予定だ。従業員によるテストドライブはすでに好結果を示し、規制承認への道筋を築いている。この動きは、同社が同国で強い販売成長を遂げている中で行われている。
テスラ日本法人の社長、橋本理知氏は、同社が2026年までに日本でFull Self-Driving（FSD）技術を実装することを目指していると発表した。同氏は「2026年の実装を目指しています。[私たちは]あらゆる手段を尽くしています。」と述べた。
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Tesla initiated unsupervised robotaxi rides in Austin, Texas, on January 22, 2026, advancing its driverless ambitions amid a Full Self-Driving (FSD) subscription overhaul effective February 14, plans for Optimus humanoid robot sales by end-2027, falling vehicle deliveries, and intensifying regulatory probes.
Tesla has disclosed that more than 1.1 million drivers worldwide are actively using its Full Self-Driving Supervised software, marking the first time the company has shared such adoption figures. This milestone, reported in the firm's Q4 2025 earnings, shows FSD penetration at about 12.4% of its global fleet of 8.9 million vehicles. The growth highlights accelerating subscriptions even as vehicle deliveries softened.
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Tesla's executives in China have indicated that preparations for the Full Self-Driving (FSD) software rollout are underway, though no specific timeline has been set. A local training center has been established to adapt the technology to Chinese conditions. The company anticipates performance that matches or exceeds local drivers once released.
Tesla filed a lawsuit on February 13, 2026, against the California Department of Motor Vehicles, challenging a December 2025 ruling that accused the company of misleading consumers through marketing of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving features. Despite complying with required changes to avoid a sales license suspension, Tesla argues the decision was factually erroneous, legally flawed, and lacked evidence of consumer harm. The dispute underscores intense scrutiny of Tesla's driver-assistance systems amid its major California operations.
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk stated that Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised could receive regulatory approval in the Netherlands as early as March 20. He shared this update during an interview at Giga Berlin, citing information from local authorities. The approval would mark the first such greenlight for the software in Europe.
Tesla has revised the language on its website regarding free transfers of Full Self-Driving (FSD) software. The update specifies a new delivery window for eligible vehicles. This change aims to clarify the offer for potential buyers.
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Tesla reported a 17% year-over-year decline in European vehicle sales for January 2026, marking the 13th consecutive month of drops, while rival BYD saw a 165% increase. The company faces skepticism over its robotaxi expansion timelines, with prediction markets pricing key milestones as unlikely. Analysts remain divided, with price targets ranging from $25 to $600.