Right now, Tesla's FSD can navigate along a route and pay attention to traffic lights, other cars, and pedestrians. But it's not truly autonomous. The system requires constant driver supervision and can't perform basic tasks like reversing.
Elon Musk has talked up FSD for years, but it's still a work in progress with big limitations. Owners have paid thousands of dollars for this prototype feature, expecting it to live up to its name soon.
Tesla's roadmap, released on Wednesday, outlines several upcoming features. In October, FSD will get the ability to reverse. It'll also gain automatic parking and un-parking capabilities. These additions are crucial for Tesla's goal of deploying driverless taxis and for everyday driving scenarios.
The Cybertruck will get FSD capability in September, nearly a year after its release. Tesla also plans to launch FSD in China and Europe early next year, pending regulatory approval.
Tesla's timeline might be optimistic. The company often misses its deadlines. For example, Musk predicted coast-to-coast autonomous driving in 2018, which hasn't happened yet.
The timing of this announcement likely isn't random. Tesla will unveil a purpose-built robotaxi on October 10. This update could be an attempt to show progress in autonomous driving and counter claims that Tesla produces vaporware.
Source: Insideevs
