Elon Musk Claims Tesla FSD Will Outperform Humans by Year-End Amid Safety Concerns and EV Market Competition
August 28, 2024Elon 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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The Guardian • Aug 21, 2024
Tesla recalls 9,100 US Model X SUVs, its second since 2020 for the same problemForbes • Aug 29, 2024
Elon Musk Gives Sneak Peek Video Clip Of New AI SupercomputerThe Washington Post • Aug 28, 2024
Questions about the safety of Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' system are growingInsider • Aug 21, 2024
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