Earlier this year, Tesla CEO Elon Musk repeatedly stated that the company was preparing to launch the Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature in the European and Chinese markets by the end of 2024. However, it seems that things have not gone as planned, and Tesla is experiencing a delay.
According to an official report from Tesla's artificial intelligence team, the automaker is likely to roll out FSD in Europe and China in the first quarter of 2025. This was mentioned in a social media post on X, which outlines the roadmap for the Full Self-Driving feature's release.
Due to popular demand, Tesla AI team release roadmap:
September 2024
— v12.5.2 with ~3x improved miles between necessary interventions
— v12.5.2 on AI3 computer (unified models for AI3 and AI4)
— Actually Smart Summon
— Cybertruck Autopark 📐
— Eye-tracking with sunglasses 🕶️
-…— Tesla AI (@Tesla_AI) September 5, 2024
Of course, the rollout of FSD in Europe and China will happen if everything goes according to plan, and Tesla secures all regulatory approvals in both markets. Elon Musk has visited China several times to obtain the green light from the local government to attempt to launch autonomous driving as early as September this year. However, it is evident that plans have changed.
In any case, obtaining approval for the use of FSD is essential for the company, as it could boost sales in China. Currently, Tesla sells the FSD package for 64,000 yuan (€8,300), while the EAP (Enhanced Autopilot) costs half that amount. However, it can at least be used in the country.
In addition to regulatory hurdles, Tesla may face other challenges in China, such as the vast number of electric scooters and other non-motorized vehicles. They share the same road lanes as other vehicles, which means FSD could encounter difficulties dealing with traffic in crowded Chinese cities.
Source: arenaev
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