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Tesla FSD insurance discounts explained with Safety Score 3.0

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Tesla provides car insurance discounts for owners using Full Self-Driving (FSD) via Safety Score 3.0, available in six U.S. states to promote autonomous driving safety.
Michael Powers, Editor

Tesla is actively promoting a new initiative to encourage the use of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system by integrating it with its own auto insurance offering. Tesla owners can now receive significant discounts on their car insurance policies if they regularly use the autonomous driving feature.

The company has developed an updated version of its risk calculation algorithm, called Safety Score 3.0. Under this program, drivers earn 100 points for every mile traveled with Full Self-Driving enabled. The more frequently the autonomous driving mode is used, the more points a driver accumulates, leading to lower insurance costs. This detail matters because it highlights a shift: previously, points were based solely on the owner's driving habits, whereas now the focus is on how often FSD technology is utilized.

Currently, the new program is only available in six U.S. states: Indiana, Tennessee, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, and Illinois.

Company leadership explains this policy as a move to improve road safety and boost driver confidence in autonomous driving capabilities. In practice, this means Tesla believes the FSD technology can significantly reduce the likelihood of accidents, decrease damage, and thereby lower financial risks for car owners.