Teslas can already self-drive in the US -- where Elon Musk worked with President Donald Trump for a while, before they had a falling-out

Teslas can already self-drive in the US -- where Elon Musk worked with President Donald Trump for a while, before they had a falling-out

 Mandel NGAN

In a first for Europe, the Netherlands is poised to allow Tesla owners to use their car's self-driving feature -- as long as they are in the vehicle and keeping a watchful eye over it.

The country's RDW agency for roadworthiness certifications said in a statement late Friday: "Thanks to the type approval, the driver assistance system can now be used in the Netherlands, with possible future expansion to all member states of the European Union."

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