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Legality of Tesla Full Self Driving

David Palmer made this Official Information request to New Zealand Transport Agency

The request was successful.

From: David Palmer

Dear New Zealand Transport Agency,

1. The NZTA website indicates that some Automated and autonomous vehicles can be tested in New Zealand. Has Tesla been granted permission to deploy this product in New Zealand by NZTA or any related government agency?
2. I would like a copy of any correspondence between NZTA and Tesla regarding their "Full Self-Driving" product being deployed in New Zealand.
3. I would like a copy of any communications or advice NZTA has received regarding the safety and legality of Tesla "Full Self-Driving" products in New Zealand.
4. I would like a copy of any communications or advice NZTA has received from partner agencies in Australia regarding Tesla "Full Self-Driving" products.

Yours faithfully,

David Palmer

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Kia ora David

 

This email acknowledges your below request for information made under the
Official Information Act 1982.

 

Your request has been forwarded to the appropriate section of NZ Transport
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time is required, NZ Transport Agency will send a response to you within
20 working days of receiving your request – in this instance on or before
16 October 2025.

 

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Please find attached a letter advising of an extension to your request of 18 September 2025 for information under the Official Information Act 1982.

A response will now be sent to you on or before 31 October 2025.

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Kia ora David

 

Please find attached the response to your request of 18 September 2025 for
information under the Official Information Act 1982.

 

Ngā mihi

 

Ministerial Services
Te Waka Kōtuia | Engagement & Partnerships
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

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