Tesla is officially preparing to launch Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised in South Korea, marking one of the biggest international expansions of its autonomous driving system. After months of speculation, Tesla Korea published a teaser showing a Model S navigating Seoul’s dense and unpredictable city streets — instantly signaling that the company is ready to bring its AI-driven driving tech to Korean roads.
For Korean Tesla owners, this announcement is more than just another software update. It’s the first step toward turning everyday driving into an assisted, smart, and seamless experience.
What makes FSD Supervised special?
FSD Supervised still requires the driver to pay attention and keep hands ready, but it can confidently handle most driving tasks on its own. That includes navigating busy intersections, dealing with aggressive lane-changing traffic, responding to pedestrians, and approaching complex urban layouts. South Korea — especially Seoul and Busan — offers some of the most challenging driving environments in Asia, making this rollout particularly meaningful.
Why South Korea now?
Tesla has seen explosive growth in the Korean market, driven mostly by the Model Y’s popularity. Korea’s strong EV infrastructure, fast regulatory progress, and high-tech consumer base make it a natural testing ground for Tesla’s next-gen autonomy. Launching Tesla FSD in South Korea also provides Tesla with valuable training data from uniquely Korean road patterns, signage, and traffic behavior.
Who will get it first?
While Tesla hasn’t provided a firm release date, all signs point to a “soon” phased rollout. Vehicles equipped with HW4 hardware are the most likely to qualify early. Some reports suggest U.S.-built Teslas may receive priority approval due to smoother compliance under Korea-U.S. trade agreements.
What does this mean for Korean Tesla owners?
Once FSD Supervised goes live, Korean drivers could see one of the largest capability boosts Tesla has ever released outside North America. From smoother commutes to smarter city navigation, FSD Supervised could significantly enhance the daily driving experience — and increase the long-term value of owning a Tesla in South Korea.
Bottom line:
Tesla’s decision to bring FSD Supervised to South Korea signals how serious the company is about global autonomous driving. Korean Tesla owners should keep their eyes on upcoming announcements — the next major upgrade may arrive sooner than expected.
