Tesla renames driver-assistance feature in Europe after German pushback
Tesla has renamed its driver-assistance package to 'Tesla Assisted Driving' in Europe, following pressure from Germany's Transport Ministry. The company's website now redirects to the new name.
Why it matters
The change reflects regulatory challenges and may influence how autonomous features are marketed in Europe.
Name change in Europe
Tesla's German website no longer uses the term 'Full Self-Driving' and instead refers to the feature as 'Tesla Assisted Driving'.
Redirect to new page
The old URL for 'Full Self-Driving' now redirects to the 'Tesla Assisted Driving' page.
Common questions
What is the new name for Tesla's driver-assistance feature in Europe?
The new name is 'Tesla Assisted Driving'.
Why did Tesla change the name?
The change follows pressure from Germany's Transport Ministry.
Sources
- Tesla drops ‘Full Self-Driving’ name in Europe after Germany pushback By Fred Lambert, Electrek · electrek.co
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