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Tesla insiders say automaker is poised for massive new roll-outs of Full Self-Driving tech: 'Waiting on regulatory approval'

Advancements in its FSD software are one of the few key offerings keeping Elon Musk's company on the rise.

Advancements in its FSD software are one of the few key offerings keeping Elon Musk's company on the rise.

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Tesla's Full Self-Driving software has made waves worldwide and is a significant development in the realm of electric vehicle news. The company has now hinted at launching the software in two additional countries: Thailand and Japan.

According to Teslarati, Tesla Japan has begun testing FSD and is awaiting compliance with local safety standards before hitting public roads. Meanwhile, the article reported that a post on X by Tesla CEO Elon Musk stated that the company is "Waiting on regulatory approval" in Thailand to release the software there as well.

Although Tesla has faced struggling sales and diminished public approval so far in 2025, advancements in its FSD software are one of the few key offerings that are keeping the company on the rise and maintaining consumer interest. 

In China, FSD approval included a reviewer reporting it to be incredibly safe, despite unique traffic regulations in the country. While others have found issues with the system, there continue to be upgrades to mitigate them.


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Advancements such as FSD, as well as Tesla's robotaxi service, help propel the electric vehicle market and make driving an EV of further interest to the public. By switching to an EV, Tesla or otherwise, you can be confident you are reducing your personal contribution to exhaust pipe pollution, making the world a bit cleaner.

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