Tesla FSD Test in Belgium Found Speeding, Illegal Cyclist Passes

Testing Raises Safety Questions

A test of Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system conducted in Belgium found that the software repeatedly exceeded posted speed limits and attempted to pass cyclists in situations where such maneuvers are prohibited, according to a report from Fox Business.

What the Test Found

The findings, as reported, indicate that Tesla's driver-assistance software did not consistently adhere to local traffic rules during the evaluation. Instances of speeding were described as repeated rather than isolated, and the system reportedly attempted to overtake cyclists in circumstances where passing is not allowed under applicable road regulations.

Fox Business did not detail the specific testing methodology, vehicle model, or software version used in the evaluation, nor did it specify the exact locations or road types where the violations occurred. The report also did not include statements from Tesla or from the organization or individuals responsible for conducting the test.

Broader Context for FSD Scrutiny

Tesla's Full Self-Driving system, which the company markets as a driver-assistance feature requiring active supervision rather than a fully autonomous system, has faced ongoing scrutiny in various markets over its handling of traffic laws and safety-critical scenarios. The Belgium test results add to a pattern of international reviews examining how the software performs against local regulations, particularly around vulnerable road users such as cyclists.

As of this report, it remains unclear whether Belgian regulators or Tesla itself plan to respond to the findings, or whether any changes to the FSD software have been proposed as a result. Fox Business has not indicated when or if further details from the testing will be released.

Source: Fox Business