Tesla Financial Services has been convicted at least 18 times since 2024 for failing to identify drivers involved in road traffic offences, paying over £20,000 in fines. The company, which leases vehicles, was prosecuted by UK police forces including South Wales Police after they could not name speeding drivers, leaving the company liable.

In the UK, leasing companies are the registered keeper and must provide driver details when a vehicle is caught speeding. If they don't, police prosecute the company instead of the driver. This system led to nearly 4,000 convictions in England and Wales recently, with fines up to £1,000.

The cases highlight a gap between Tesla's automated systems and legal compliance. While the company stated it followed internal processes, police letters went unanswered, preventing driver identification. This has serious implications for road safety, as repeat offenders can avoid penalty points and potential driving bans.