Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) Coming to the UK? What We Know & What’s Still Pending

Where Things Stand for FSD (Supervised) in the UK

Whilst Australia and New Zealand have just seen Tesla launch Full Self-Driving (Supervised) for right-hand-drive Model 3 & Y with HW4 hardware, the UK is still awaiting regulatory approval and Tesla’s rollout.

To date, Tesla has not yet activated the supervised FSD system in the UK. Owners are monitoring developments closely, especially around legal compliance and safety assessments.

Key Requirements for UK Owners to Watch

• Hardware compatibility: Only newer Model 3 & Y vehicles with HW4 (or equivalent) are likely to be eligible when FSD (Supervised) arrives.
• Regulatory clearance: UK rules around driver assistance, liability and autonomous systems must be satisfied first. Monitoring work ongoing in Europe.
• Software updates & localisation: Tesla will need to adapt FSD to UK road rules, signs, roundabouts, lane markings etc.

How UK Owners Can Prepare Now

Even before FSD (Supervised) is enabled, UK Tesla owners can get ahead by ensuring their vehicles are ready and fitted with the right accessories:

• Keep windscreens, cameras and sensors clean and unobstructed. Even small smudges or dirt can degrade performance.
• Install high-quality screen protectors and glare-reducing sun shades to protect displays and reduce distracting reflections.
• Choose robust all-weather floor mats, boot liners and durable interior protection to cope with wet UK roads and frequent use.
• Organise charging gear, cables and portable adapters neatly — since more assisted driving means more driving, often further afield.
• Upgrade lighting if permitted and needed (e.g. footwell, ambient), for better visibility inside the cabin.

What UK Owners Should Anticipate

• When active, expect similar features to those launched in Australia / NZ: lane changes, navigating junctions and roundabouts, responding to traffic lights, stopping for pedestrians etc.
• Likely subscription pricing model as well as upfront purchase option, depending on Tesla’s strategy and UK regulation.
• Potentially some limitations during early versions — legal boundaries, camera calibration, sensor visibility in fog or rain, driver supervision enforcement etc.

In short, UK Tesla owners are on the cusp of a major shift. While the precise timeline for Full Self-Driving (Supervised) remains uncertain, understanding hardware compatibility, accessory needs, and regulatory developments now ensures you’ll be ready the moment Tesla gives the green light.