Loading article…
Tesla’s Full Self‑Driving (Supervised) system cleared Denmark – the 4th European nation – with a €99/month fee, while Tesla patents a new camera‑wiper to fix
Tesla’s “Full Self‑Driving” (Supervised) software received provisional national approval in Denmark, making it the fourth European country to clear the system in just eight weeks, and the company also secured a patent for an integrated camera‑cleaning wiper aimed at eliminating the frequent “camera obstructed” alerts that plague current FSD users【1】.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Country approved | Denmark (4th EU nation) |
| Approval type | Provisional “Supervised” FSD |
| Subscription price | €99/month ( €49 for prior Enhanced Autopilot owners) |
| New patent | Camera lens cleaning system (US 12,636,684 B1) |
Denmark’s Road Traffic Authority (Færdselsstyrelsen) signed off on the Dutch provisional approval for Tesla’s Level‑2 “FSD Supervised” system after its own technical review, emphasizing that the driver remains fully responsible【1】. The move follows approvals in the Netherlands, Lithuania, and Estonia, and comes despite earlier Nordic objections over speed‑limit compliance and icy‑road performance. The national‑recognition route bypasses the slower EU‑wide process, which still lacks a vote and may not conclude until late 2026 or early 2027【1】. If the EU Commission ultimately rejects the system, the Dutch approval would lapse after six months, pulling the Danish clearance with it, underscoring the regulatory risk for owners.
Tesla’s FSD Supervised, a Level‑2 driver‑assist package that works on any road but requires constant driver attention, now stands as the most capable assistance system legally available across Europe. German rivals Mercedes‑Benz and BMW have recently withdrawn their Level‑3 “Drive Pilot” and “Personal Pilot” projects, pivoting to Level‑2+ solutions that directly compete with Tesla’s offering【1】. The subscription cost of €99 per month (discounted to €49 for existing Enhanced Autopilot customers) positions Tesla’s service as a recurring revenue stream, contrasting with the one‑time fees traditionally used by legacy automakers.
Separately, Tesla was granted a patent for a miniature camera‑cleaning system that integrates a fluid dispenser and a curved wiper around each camera lens, automatically activating when image quality degrades【2】. The invention addresses the chronic “camera obstructed” alerts that appear in rain, snow, or dusty conditions—a problem that has limited the practical use of FSD, especially in winter climates. While the patented hardware is not yet available on consumer Model Y vehicles, it is already employed on Tesla’s Robotaxi fleet in Austin, suggesting a path toward broader deployment【2】.
Denmark’s clearance highlights how Tesla’s pragmatic, driver‑supervised approach can outmaneuver more ambitious but costly Level‑3 projects, while the new camera‑cleaning patent aims to resolve a long‑standing usability flaw that could determine how widely FSD is adopted in real‑world conditions.
Coverage is mostly measured — 136 of 139 reports stay neutral.
Every Monday — the token unlocks, Fed dates & catalysts set to move crypto and markets this week. So you’re never blindsided.
Free · 3-min read · one-click unsubscribe
AI-assisted synthesis by the TrendWatcher Editorial Desk · sourced from 2 outlets · Jun 18, 2026 · How we report
Approximately 7,000 Cybertrucks were sold in the first half of 2026, according to an estimate cited in The Atlantic.
Tesla accounted for more than half of the roughly 463,000 EVs purchased in the United States during that period.
Tesla’s market cap is $1.218 trillion, ranking it as the world’s most valuable automaker by market cap.
Tesla’s Supercharger network comprises about 50% of all fast‑charging plugs in the United States.
Investors cite Tesla’s focus on AI, autonomous‑driving software, robotics, and related services, which are emphasized over new vehicle launches in recent earnings discussions.