FSD

FSD • Feb 01, 2026

TechCrunch Mobility: The great Tesla rebranding

Tesla is rebranding its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software to "Supervised Full Self-Driving," a name that more accurately reflects the driver-assistance system's need for constant human oversight. This change is part of a broader effort to reset customer expectations and address regulatory scrutiny over the system's capabilities and marketing. For owners and enthusiasts, it signals a more cautious and transparent approach from Tesla regarding the current limitations of its autonomous driving technology.

FSD • Jan 31, 2026

Watch Tesla FSD give way to an ambulance before the human driver could even hear it

A Tesla's Full Self-Driving system demonstrated its advanced capabilities by detecting and yielding to an approaching ambulance before the human driver could even hear its siren. This incident, captured on video, highlights how the AI vision-based software is improving to proactively respond to emergency vehicles. For owners and enthusiasts, it serves as a tangible example of FSD's growing situational awareness and potential to enhance road safety.

FSD • Jan 30, 2026

First photo of a Tesla Cybercab charging

The first real-world photo of a Tesla Cybercab shows it charging at a station, confirming that on-road testing is actively progressing. This marks a significant step toward Tesla's goal of launching a fully autonomous ride-hailing service. For owners and enthusiasts, it signals that the long-awaited robotaxi is moving closer to becoming a tangible reality.

FSD • Jan 30, 2026

Tesla unveils .SMOL format: The secret weapon to speed up AI training

Tesla has patented a new proprietary file format called .SMOL, designed to overcome data input/output bottlenecks in AI training. This innovation aims to significantly accelerate the processing of video data from Tesla's fleet of vehicles. For owners and enthusiasts, this means faster development and improvement of the company's autonomous driving and AI-powered features.

FSD • Jan 29, 2026

Tesla’s own Robotaxi data confirms crash rate 3x worse than humans even with monitor

New data shows Tesla's robotaxis are crashing at a rate three times higher than human drivers, despite having a human safety monitor in each vehicle. This indicates the company's autonomous driving program is facing significant safety challenges in its early stages.

FSD • Jan 29, 2026

Tesla begins pivot away from car sales toward ‘Transportation-as-a-Service’

Tesla is shifting its long-term strategy from primarily selling cars to becoming a Transportation-as-a-Service (TaaS) provider. This means the company will increasingly focus on autonomous driving and selling mobility services, rather than individual vehicle ownership. For owners and enthusiasts, this signals a future where Tesla's value is measured by autonomous miles driven and network services, not just car sales.

FSD • Jan 29, 2026

Tesla hits major milestone with Full Self-Driving subscriptions

Tesla has surpassed one million subscriptions for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software. This milestone follows the company's recent shift to offering FSD exclusively as a subscription service, removing the option for a one-time purchase. For owners, this means accessing the advanced driver-assist features now requires an ongoing monthly payment rather than an upfront cost.

FSD • Jan 29, 2026

Tesla confirms Robotaxi expansion plans with new cities and aggressive timeline

Tesla is rapidly expanding its Robotaxi service to seven major U.S. cities, including Dallas, Houston, and Miami. The company is also progressing its testing, moving toward "Unsupervised" operation in Austin while maintaining "Safety Driver" protocols in the Bay Area. This aggressive rollout signals a major step toward making autonomous ride-hailing a commercial reality for Tesla.

FSD • Jan 29, 2026

Tesla confirms there is no AI4.5, says “AP45” was a labeling error

Tesla has clarified that a new "AP4.5" hardware label found on some parts was simply a mistake, confirming there is no new Hardware 4.5 computer. This means the current Hardware 4 (HW4) system remains the latest technology shipping in new vehicles. For owners and enthusiasts, this dispels rumors of an imminent hardware upgrade and reaffirms that HW4 is the current standard.

FSD • Jan 29, 2026

Tesla confirms two new Florida cities for upcoming Robotaxi expansion

Tesla is expanding its planned Robotaxi network to include Orlando and another city in Florida. This expansion is part of a broader U.S. rollout scheduled for 2026. For owners and enthusiasts, this signals concrete progress toward Tesla's autonomous ride-hailing service becoming a reality in new markets.

FSD • Jan 29, 2026

Tesla Unveils Data: 12.4% FSD Adoption Rate Marks Symbolic Milestone

Tesla has officially disclosed its Full Self-Driving (FSD) adoption rate for the first time, revealing that 12.4% of eligible owners use the software. This marks a strategic shift for the company as it emphasizes its growing software business. For owners and enthusiasts, this data provides a concrete benchmark for the feature's current market penetration and future growth potential.

FSD • Jan 29, 2026

Tesla's Full Self-Driving Nears Regulatory Approval in Europe and China

Elon Musk announced at the World Economic Forum that Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) system is nearing regulatory approval in Europe and China. This marks a significant step toward the global expansion of Tesla's advanced driver-assistance technology. If approved, it would grant Tesla owners in these major markets access to the company's most advanced automated driving features.