Elon Musk, the visionary CEO of Tesla, has pushed back the boundaries of technology with his ambitious projects. Among these, Tesla FSD or Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology stands out as a revolutionary innovation in the automotive industry.
The TeslaFSD driving assistance suite is a subject of fascination and anticipation for electric vehicle enthusiasts around the world. With CEO Elon Musk often generating excitement with his tweets, the upcoming version 12 promises significant advances to make the dream of self-driving cars a reality.
Tesla’s FSD vision
Tesla’s mission is to create a future where transport is sustainable, safe and autonomous. Elon Musk envisions a world where Tesla FSD technology enables cars to drive more safely and efficiently than human drivers, significantly reducing road accidents and providing a smoother commuting experience.
Tesla FSD, or Full Self-Driving
Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) encompasses a comprehensive set of semi-autonomous driving tools and technologies. This includes automatic parking and semi-automatic motorway driving. However, it is important to note that the term ‘Full Self-Driving’ can be considered misleading, as FSD does not enable fully autonomous driving.
Tesla Version 12 Alpha
Recently, Elon Musk dropped another tantalising hint about the much-anticipated 12 Alpha version of the FSD. In a tweet, he described the test experience of the unreleased version as “mind-blowing” This latest iteration marks a substantial step forward in Tesla’s journey towards achieving true autonomous capabilities.
Tesla achieves full autonomy
Tesla’s progress in DFS is based on an extraordinary accumulation of driving data totalling hundreds of millions of kilometres. With the release of the Dojo supercomputer, the company hopes to accelerate improvements to its Tesla FSD system. Version 12 will be the most accurate and robust to date, but it will be a few months before it is widely available.
Anticipating the release date
Elon Musk’s ambitious timetables for feature releases are well known. While he’s hinted at the possibility of a 12 Alpha release by the end of the year, it’s safer to assume that it could be 2024 before it’s widely available. Tesla is committed to ensuring safety and accuracy before launching its autonomous driving capabilities on the roads.
Integration into Tesla’s Robotaxi network
Musk’s long-term vision includes the integration of Tesla FSD vehicles into a Tesla-owned Robotaxi network. This network aims to create a ride-sharing service where Tesla owners can autonomously deploy their cars as taxis.
Currently, FSD v12 Alpha is only available to a select group of Tesla owners who participate in the company’s early access programme. Tesla intends to extend it to a wider audience in the future.
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving suite is about to undergo a monumental update with the imminent release of version 12 Alpha. Elon Musk’s enthusiasm and praise for the suite’s performance indicate that this is a significant step forward in autonomous driving technology. Even if the suite does not achieve full autonomy, it represents a remarkable advance that illustrates Tesla’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation in the automotive industry. As we eagerly await the arrival of version 12, it is clear that Tesla is at the forefront of the autonomous driving revolution, progressively shaping the future of transport.
