FSD

U.S. Eases Rules to Help Tesla, Others Compete in Self-Driving Tech

The U.S. government is making it easier for automakers like Tesla to test self-driving cars, in a move aimed at keeping pace with China, according to the Associated Press. On Thursday, the Transportation Department said it will allow U.S. companies to apply for exemptions from some federal safety rules when testing self-driving vehicles. The department […]

Tesla Testing Robotaxi Service with Employees in 2 Cities

Tesla has quietly launched a supervised ride-hailing service for employees in Austin, Texas, and the San Francisco Bay Area. The company says the goal is to test and refine its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology and related systems. So far, Tesla vehicles in the program have completed more than 1,500 trips and driven over 15,000 miles. […]

Tesla Shows Off Cyber-Designed Server Cabinets Training FSD

Tesla has shared two images of some super sleek modern server cabinets with a Cyber design, taking styling from its Cybertruck. The clean wiring is next-level. “Quiet please. The machines are learning,” said Tesla AI on X. Tesla did not specify what we are looking at, but it’s likely the company’s Dojo supercomputer setup for […]

Tesla Launches Early Access FSD (Supervised) Program

Tesla has started expanding access to its Full Self-Driving (FSD) (Supervised) Early Access Program, now allowing owners of Hardware 4 vehicles to enroll, according to screenshots shared by @SawyerMerritt on X. A banner in the Tesla app is appearing for some owners with the option to “Enroll in FSD (Supervised) Early Access Program.” This gives […]

Unsupervised Tesla FSD Coming to More Cities by End of 2025: Musk

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says unsupervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) will roll out in Austin, Texas, this June, with expansion to more U.S. cities by the end of the year. “As I’ve said previously, unsupervised full self-driving Teslas will be carrying passengers in Austin in June and many cities in America by end of year,” Musk […]

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Surpasses 3.6 Billion Miles Driven

Tesla announced a major milestone for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, revealing that the Tesla fleet has collectively driven over 3.6 billion miles using the system, which evolved from its initial Beta phase to the current Supervised version. Notably, 2.16 billion of those miles were logged in 2024 alone, highlighting the rapid growth and adoption […]

Tesla Dials Back ‘FSD’ Branding in China Amid Approval Delays

Tesla has told customers in China that its next big update for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software is in the works—but it’s waiting on government approval before releasing anything. In a message posted by Tesla’s customer support team, in a comment on Grace Tao’s account on Weibo, the VP of External Affairs at Tesla China, […]

Tesla’s FSD 13 Faces Mark Rober Wall Test—Here’s What Happened

A new test comparing Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology has revealed a stark difference between the 2022 Model Y and the 2025 Cybertruck when it comes to detecting obstacles. YouTuber Kyle Paul, inspired by a similar misleading experiment by Mark Rober, set out to see whether Tesla’s FSD could successfully recognize and stop for a […]

Tesla Launches Free FSD Trial in China

Tesla has launched a limited-time Full Self-Driving (FSD) trial in China, offering eligible drivers a chance to experience the advanced driver-assistance system for free. The trial runs from March 17 to April 16, 2025 (via @Tslachan). Who’s Eligible? The FSD trial is being rolled out in phases, so activation timing may vary. Owners can check […]

Busted: Mark Rober’s Misleading Tesla Test Sparks Outrage

YouTuber Mark Rober, known for his quirky science experiments and viral videos, is facing major backlash after releasing a video titled “Can You Fool a Self-Driving Car?”—a piece many are calling misleading and deceptive. The video, which racked up over 9 million views in 24 hours, compares Tesla’s basic Autopilot system with Luminar’s LiDAR technology. […]

Tesla Teams with Baidu to Improve FSD Navigation in China: Report

Tesla is partnering with Chinese tech giant Baidu to improve its self-driving technology in China after facing criticism from customers over a recent software update, according to sources familiar with the matter, reports Reuters. Baidu recently sent engineers from its mapping team to Tesla’s Beijing office to help better integrate its detailed navigation data, such […]

Tesla Trained China’s FSD Using Only Public Internet Videos: Musk

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) launch in China is turning heads, with early users praising its capabilities—despite the lack of local training. AI observer James Douma shared his surprise on X, saying, “Tesla releasing FSD into China without local training is a testimony to the strength of the driving model. I’m surprised that this is possible […]

Tesla Prepares to Launch Full Self-Driving Features in China: Report

Tesla is set to roll out a software update in China that will introduce driver-assistance features similar to its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system in the U.S., according to a source familiar with the plan, reports Bloomberg. The update, expected in the coming days, will enable Tesla owners who purchased the 64,000-yuan ($8,800) FSD package to […]

Tesla Offers Free FSD (Supervised) Trials Again with 13.2.7

Tesla has started offering free trials of its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software again, beginning on February 12. Some Tesla owners have received emails notifying them of complimentary access to the driver-assist system. One such email, sent to Tesla owner Aaron Crews, stated: “Your Full Self-Driving (Supervised) trial starts now! You’ve been granted a complimentary trial […]

Tesla Insurance Offers Discount for Full Self-Driving Users

Tesla is introducing a new insurance discount for drivers who use Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in Arizona and Texas. The more you drive with FSD (Supervised) enabled, the bigger the discount on your insurance premium, with savings of up to 10% for those who use it at least 50% of the time. Tesla Insurance tracks total […]