Articles tagged with "Tesla-FSD"
Issues Under The Surface With Tesla FSD vs. Waymo Driver - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica highlights significant concerns about Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system compared to Waymo's autonomous driving technology, focusing on safety, system design, and corporate incentives. A key issue raised is Tesla’s lack of redundancy in critical systems. Unlike Waymo, which incorporates multiple layers of backup such as separate steering and braking controls, dedicated driver computer batteries, and diverse sensor types, Tesla’s approach prioritizes cost reduction over fail-safe features. While Tesla FSD performs well under ideal conditions, the absence of redundant systems raises questions about safety if components fail, especially as Tesla moves toward deploying vehicles without human supervision. Additionally, the article discusses the potential influence of financial incentives on Tesla’s development and deployment pace. Critics argue that Tesla’s leadership and employees, heavily invested in the company’s stock, may prioritize rapid progress and market dominance over public safety. This concern is compounded by Tesla’s lack of transparency, exemplified by heavily redacted crash reports, which contrasts with Way
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Tesla recently announced that drivers using its Full Self Driving (FSD) system will be allowed to text in certain traffic conditions without receiving warnings or being disengaged from FSD. However, this capability is limited and conditional, and Tesla explicitly does not assume any legal or financial liability for the driver’s actions while texting. Drivers remain fully responsible for vehicle control and safety, despite the system permitting brief distractions under specific circumstances. This approach effectively represents a form of Level 3 autonomy, where the driver can take their eyes off the road temporarily, but unlike competitors such as Mercedes-Benz, Tesla does not accept liability during these periods. Mercedes’ Drive Pilot system, certified for limited highway use, allows texting or video watching and assumes liability while active, highlighting a significant difference in responsibility between the two companies. Additionally, legal restrictions on phone use vary by state, meaning Tesla drivers could still face fines if caught texting, even when the car permits it, creating a potential legal and safety risk. Overall, Tesla’s update
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified at least 80 instances where Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software allegedly violated traffic rules by running red lights or crossing into incorrect lanes. This marks an increase from around 50 violations reported when the agency opened its investigation in October 2025. The complaints include 62 from Tesla drivers, 14 submitted by Tesla itself, and four from media reports. NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is examining whether Tesla’s software can reliably detect and respond to traffic signals, signs, and lane markings, and whether it provides adequate warnings to drivers. Tesla’s responses to these inquiries are due by January 19, 2026. The investigation also seeks detailed data from Tesla, including the number of vehicles equipped with FSD, frequency of software engagement, and any related customer complaints, including those from fleet operators or legal proceedings. This probe follows a previous NHTSA investigation started in October
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The article provides a global update on Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, highlighting its steady improvement over the past several years and its current supervised operation status across multiple countries including the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and recently South Korea. While Tesla FSD has not yet reached fully unsupervised operation worldwide, incremental progress continues, with mixed perceptions depending on one’s stance on the technology. Tesla has begun offering supervised FSD ride-alongs in Germany, Italy, and France, although full approval for use in these countries remains pending. In the Czech Republic, political interest in Tesla FSD is growing, with a Chamber of Deputies member indicating plans to discuss approval following the Netherlands’ anticipated green light. This comes amid broader debates on electric vehicle policies, such as the planned end of highway toll exemptions for EVs in 2027. Meanwhile, Sweden’s city of Nacka has approved Tesla FSD testing, signaling local support for advancing autonomous vehicle technology despite ongoing
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The article discusses a recent Tesla software update (version 2025.32.3) that introduces new alerts recommending drivers who show signs of drowsiness or lane drifting to activate Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system. These alerts appear when the vehicle is manually operated and detect driver fatigue or lane departure through cabin cameras and sensors. The messaging encourages drivers to "Let FSD assist so you can stay focused" or "Stay focused with FSD," suggesting the system as a safety net when driver alertness is compromised. This update raises a notable contradiction in Tesla’s positioning of FSD. While Tesla emphasizes that drivers must remain fully attentive and ready to take control at any moment, the new alerts imply that FSD can compensate for reduced driver alertness, such as fatigue or distraction. This dual messaging could represent a step toward proactive safety by offering assistance when human performance declines, but it also poses challenges in balancing marketing, regulatory scrutiny, and real-world driver behavior. The article notes
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A recent survey of over 8,000 U.S. consumers reveals significant skepticism and negativity toward Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology. Nearly half of respondents believe FSD should be illegal, and twice as many consumers say FSD features make them less likely to buy a Tesla than those who say it makes them more likely. Support for stricter regulation and legal accountability of autonomous vehicle (AV) manufacturers is strong, with many consumers demanding that companies be held responsible for accidents and that advertising and safety standards be tightened. Additionally, 70% of Americans prefer AVs to use both LiDAR and cameras for navigation, contrasting sharply with Tesla’s camera-only approach, which only 3% support. Tesla’s brand perception has also declined, with trust and positivity hitting new lows amid growing safety concerns and a sense of “FSD and Musk fatigue.” Elon Musk’s optimistic claims about upcoming FSD versions being multiple times better than human drivers have been met with skepticism, especially given his history
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The article highlights recent safety concerns involving two leading self-driving vehicle systems in the U.S.: Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) and Waymo’s robotaxis. In Pennsylvania, a Tesla operating in FSD mode mistakenly identified railroad tracks as a drivable road, turning onto and driving along the tracks until it was struck by a train. Fortunately, the passengers recognized the danger and exited the vehicle before the collision. This incident raises questions about the readiness of Tesla’s FSD technology for widespread use, especially given that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has investigated nearly 500 crashes involving Tesla’s self-driving mode, including 13 fatalities. Meanwhile, in San Francisco, a Waymo robotaxi was observed stopping in the middle of an intersection and remaining stationary as traffic lights changed and cross-traffic, including a trolley, was blocked. The vehicle required remote intervention to be moved out of the intersection, even running a red light to resolve the situation. The cause of the robotaxi’s halt remains unclear
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