Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Software Under Investigation
Elon Musk Podcast3 Joulu 2024

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Software Under Investigation

In this episode, we unpack the federal investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, exploring what this means for the company, its technology, and the future of autonomous vehicles. From fatal crashes to legal challenges, we examine the details surrounding this critical story.

  1. What’s the Investigation About?

    • NHTSA’s inquiry into Tesla’s FSD software after four crashes in reduced visibility conditions.
    • Details on the incidents, including a fatal crash in Rimrock, Arizona.
    • The scope of the investigation, covering 2.4 million Tesla vehicles from 2016-2024.
  2. Key Crashes Under Scrutiny:

    • Breakdown of four accidents where Tesla’s FSD struggled in low-visibility scenarios.
    • How weather conditions like fog, sun glare, and dust may challenge the system’s capabilities.
  3. Tesla’s Self-Driving Claims vs. Reality:

    • Elon Musk’s bold promises about autonomous driving, including the Cybercab robotaxi prototype.
    • Tesla’s reliance on camera-based systems and why experts say it might not be enough.
    • How Tesla’s competitors use lidar and radar for improved performance in challenging conditions.
  4. Legal and Regulatory Challenges:

    • Overview of Tesla’s ongoing legal issues, including lawsuits and a DOJ investigation.
    • NHTSA’s previous investigations into Autopilot and ongoing concerns about driver engagement.
    • The potential for recalls and regulatory hurdles ahead for Tesla.
  5. The Bigger Picture for Tesla:

    • How these challenges impact Tesla’s push for fully autonomous vehicles.
    • The implications for Tesla’s market strategy amid growing competition and slowing demand.
  • Can Tesla’s FSD software handle poor visibility effectively, or are its limitations too risky?
  • Will this investigation derail Elon Musk’s ambitious robotaxi vision?
  • What does this mean for Tesla’s future as a leader in self-driving technology?


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