Italy Ministry Confirms Tesla FSD Documentation Under Review as Technical Discussions Advance

Tesla has received its most direct confirmation yet that Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is progressing through Italy's regulatory system. In a response to Italian Tesla owner Mirko Montagna, Gaetano Servedio, Director General at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, stated that Tesla has submitted detailed documentation and that discussions between the company and regulators are currently underway.

Regulatory Framework for Tesla FSD in Italy

Italy operates within the European Union's vehicle type approval system while retaining strong national oversight through the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport. Unlike the Netherlands, which granted approval based on its own extensive testing, Italy has chosen to conduct an independent review of Tesla's submission.

The Ministry has historically applied rigorous standards to advanced driver assistance technologies. This cautious approach stems from Italy's complex road network, which includes dense urban environments, mountain passes, and extensive coastal routes. Regulators have repeatedly emphasized the need for robust performance in varied weather conditions.

Current Status of FSD Approval in Italy

See the dedicated Italy FSD tracker page and our previous coverage on the parliamentary inquiry for context. Italy is currently listed in the global FSD tracker under the category "Engaged - Parliamentary Review," with a supervised target of Q3 2026. This status reflects ongoing engagement between Tesla and Italian authorities.

Country	Status	Supervised Target	Regulator
Italy	Engaged - Parliamentary Review	Q3 2026	Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport
Netherlands	FSD (Supervised) Approved & Rolling Out	-	RDW
Germany	Active Pilot + Demo Rides	Q3 2026	KBA
France	Demo Rides Available	Q3 2026	UTAC / CNRV

Technical Requirements Under Review by Italian Regulators

Italian regulators have previously highlighted several key areas that must be addressed before wider FSD deployment. These include performance in complex urban environments, response to construction zones, handling of roundabouts, and operation during adverse weather. Tesla's submission is believed to contain extensive European road data.

How Italy Compares to Other European Markets

Italy's progress can be compared against several peer markets. The Netherlands, Lithuania, and Estonia have already enabled supervised FSD after recognising the Dutch RDW approval. Belgium completed an independent validation process in June 2026.

Germany and France remain in evaluation phases similar to Italy. Italy's current trajectory suggests it may align more closely with the Q3 2026 target once the ministry completes its assessment.

Implications for Tesla Owners in Italy

More than 50,000 Tesla vehicles are registered in Italy. Many owners have been following regulatory developments closely since FSD became available in other European markets. The confirmation that Tesla has submitted documentation provides the strongest indication yet that supervised FSD could reach Italian roads in the coming months.

Owners who wish to express support can contact the Ministry directly. Several Italian Tesla owners have already done so, and the response from a senior official demonstrates that such outreach is being received.

Safety Considerations in the Italian Review

Safety remains the central focus of the Italian review. The Ministry has consistently stated that any approval must meet high standards for real-world performance across Italy's diverse road infrastructure and weather conditions.

Outlook for Tesla FSD in Italy

The next several months will be important for determining Italy's position on FSD. If the ministry completes its technical review without requiring additional data collection, supervised FSD could become available on eligible vehicles before the end of 2026.

Tesla owners and supporters in Italy are encouraged to continue monitoring official announcements from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport.