Key Takeaways Tesla is shifting to a subscription-only model for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system after February 14. The subscription will be priced at $99 per month, lowering entry costs for consumers compared to the previous one-time purchase of $8,000. This move could streamline FSD sales and appeal to budget-conscious drivers, especially during peak travel…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) has won MotorTrend’s Best Driver Assistance Award for 2026. MotorTrend acknowledged a significant turnaround from previous critiques, praising the latest v14 software for major real-world improvements. FSD excels in complex urban scenarios with smoother handling of challenges like unprotected left turns and traffic circles. Unlike competitors, Tesla’s FSD utilizes…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk estimates that 10 billion miles of training data are required for safe unsupervised Full Self-Driving (FSD). Paul Beisel emphasizes the data-driven lead Tesla has in autonomy and the challenges rivals face in catching up. As of now, Tesla has driven nearly 7 billion miles for FSD, showcasing its lead in training…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk believes NVIDIA’s Alpamayo is a direct competitor to Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology. Musk estimates that serious competitive pressure from Alpamayo will emerge in about 5-6 years. He acknowledged the challenges of achieving full autonomy, noting that reaching 99% accuracy is easier than resolving the remaining complexities. Musk reassured Tesla community members…
Key Takeaways Davis Moss completed a coast-to-coast drive with Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, taking 2 days and 20 hours. The trip spanned 2,732.4 miles and was executed without any interventions or disengagements. Moss’s Model 3, equipped with FSD v14.2.1.25, achieved the milestone using FSD 100% of the time during the journey. Elon Musk praised…
Key Takeaways Tesla launches Europe’s first public shuttle service using Full Self-Driving in rural Germany. Local officials test the service and commend its effectiveness on narrow country roads. Arzfeld Mayor Johannes Kuhl describes FSD as feeling like “a very experienced driver.” District Administrator Andreas Kruppert highlights that autonomous driving is practical, even in rural regions.…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s Full Self-Driving fleet is nearing 7 billion total miles driven, showcasing significant advancements in technology. More than 2.5 billion of those miles were driven in urban environments, highlighting the system’s capabilities in complex city scenarios. Tesla’s extensive mileage enables rapid FSD updates, enhancing vehicle behavior to mimic that of experienced drivers. NVIDIA’s…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk and Ashok Elluswamy shared festive experiences testing unmanned Robotaxis in Austin. Musk reported “perfect driving” performance of Tesla’s Robotaxi system during his own test ride. Elluswamy shared a video from the rear seat, calling the experience “amazing” as the Robotaxi navigated real traffic. Musk confirmed that testing of unmanned vehicles without…
Key Takeaways Jim Fan praises Tesla’s FSD v14 as the first AI to pass the “Physical Turing Test.” Fan describes the initial experience with FSD v14 as “magical” but later becomes routine. He notes that removing FSD now would be painful, similar to giving up smartphones. The Physical Turing Test measures AI’s ability to perform…
Key Takeaways Tesla AI released Full Self-Driving (Supervised) v14.2.2.1 on Christmas, following the rollout of v14.2.2. Tesla owner @BLKMDL3 reported excellent performance in rainy conditions, with no steering hesitation and confident lane changes. Parking performance was praised, with the FSD system successfully maneuvering into tight spots and adjusting for obstacles. A nighttime drive showcased FSD’s…