Elon Musk Claims Tesla FSD Will Outperform Humans by Year-End Amid Safety Concerns and EV Market Competition

August 29, 2024
Elon Musk Claims Tesla FSD Will Outperform Humans by Year-End Amid Safety Concerns and EV Market Competition
  • Elon Musk has asserted that Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology could surpass human drivers in safety by the end of this year, although experts remain skeptical about its readiness.

  • Despite facing challenges in electric vehicle sales, Musk encourages investors to view Tesla as a robotics and AI company rather than solely a car manufacturer.

  • Tesla is preparing to unveil a vehicle specifically designed as a robotaxi, which will need to meet national safety standards for regulatory approval.

  • The deployment of FSD version 12.5.1.5 commenced recently, with 18 installations reported within the first 12 hours.

  • Elluswamy expressed confidence that Tesla can effectively bring the full FSD v12.5 model to both hardware platforms through model compression techniques.

  • The integration of FSD is seen as a significant step towards the future of urban transportation, promising enhanced efficiency and environmental benefits.

  • The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has raised concerns regarding the roof trim on the Model X, indicating potential risks of detachment that could lead to accidents.

  • In response to these concerns, Tesla will test the adhesion of the roof trim on affected vehicles and reattach any loose pieces at no cost to owners.

  • Tesla's charging infrastructure has expanded significantly, boasting 6,000 Supercharger stations and 55,000 chargers globally as of early 2024.

  • All Cybertrucks will come standard with AI4 capabilities, enhancing their potential for future software updates.

  • Tesla has also entered the energy storage market with products like the Powerwall and Megapack, further diversifying its offerings.

  • As competition in the electric vehicle market intensifies, companies like Polestar, Rivian, and Lucid are emerging with varied performance and pricing.

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