#FSD

FSD Europe • Apr 17, 2026

Tesla tells HW3 owner to ‘be patient’ after 7 years of waiting for FSD

A Tesla owner who paid for Full Self-Driving in 2019 was told to "be patient" after seven years of waiting for the feature on his HW3 vehicle. This response highlights Tesla's ongoing failure to deliver on its FSD promise for this hardware generation. The situation is increasing legal pressure on the company, particularly from frustrated European customers.

Software Updates • Apr 17, 2026

Tesla 2026.14.1 Software Update [Release Notes]

Tesla's 2026.14.1 software update introduces a new Self-Driving app for easier subscription management and usage guidance, along with an Immersive Sound upgrade. This update enhances the user experience by streamlining access to the Full Self-Driving feature and improving audio quality.

Software Updates • Apr 16, 2026

The complete guide to Tesla’s 2026 Spring Update (Hey Grok, FSD App, Cyberhog Pet Mode, more)

Tesla has announced its 2026 Spring Update, which will introduce new features including a "Hey Grok" voice assistant, a dedicated Full Self-Driving app, and a "Cyberhog Pet Mode." This update continues Tesla's annual tradition of major software releases, offering owners new functionality and improvements to their vehicles' tech and AI systems.

FSD • Apr 16, 2026

Tesla hits historic milestone: AI5 chip tape-out officially complete.

Tesla has completed the final design of its next-generation AI5 chip, sending it to the factory for production. This marks a significant step in advancing the company's autonomous driving hardware. For owners and enthusiasts, this signals future vehicles will have substantially more powerful computing capabilities for self-driving features.

FSD • Apr 15, 2026

Tesla intertwines FSD with in-house Insurance for attractive incentive

Tesla is now directly linking the use of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software to lower insurance premiums through its in-house insurance program. This means owners who drive with FSD engaged can receive lower rates, as Tesla uses its own vehicle data to prove the system reduces risk. This creates a financial incentive for owners to purchase and use the FSD feature.

FSD • Apr 15, 2026

Tesla ‘Full Self-Driving’ crashed through railroad gate seconds before train

A Tesla using "Full Self-Driving" drove through a lowered railroad crossing gate as a train approached, forcing the owner to manually accelerate to avoid a collision. The driver, an experienced FSD user, described this as the system's first major failure for him. This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns about the technology's ability to handle complex and dangerous real-world scenarios.

FSD • Apr 15, 2026

Tesla taped out AI5 chip, Musk says — nearly 2 years behind schedule

Tesla has completed the design of its next-generation AI5 chip for self-driving, sending it for manufacturing. This milestone arrives almost two years later than originally promised, with volume production still over a year away. For owners and enthusiasts, this indicates continued development of Tesla's full self-driving technology but highlights significant delays in its hardware roadmap.

Software Updates • Apr 14, 2026

Tesla Safety Score v3.0 rewards FSD use with lower premiums

Tesla has updated its Safety Score system to version 3.0, which now factors a driver's use of Full Self-Driving (FSD) into its risk calculation. This means owners who frequently use FSD features could see lower insurance premiums through Tesla's in-house program.

FSD Europe • Apr 14, 2026

Tesla Full Self-Driving shows stunning maneuver in Europe to silence skeptics

Tesla's Full Self-Driving system demonstrated advanced capabilities by successfully navigating challenging narrow rural roads in the Netherlands. This real-world performance, captured on video, is presented as a strong counter-argument to critics of the technology. For owners and enthusiasts, it signals significant progress in FSD's ability to handle complex European driving environments.

FSD Europe • Apr 14, 2026

Tesla HW3 owners organize potential legal action in Europe over FSD rollout

Some Tesla owners in Europe with older HW3 vehicles are organizing potential legal action following the FSD approval in the Netherlands. They allege that hardware limitations are unfairly excluding their cars from the latest Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software rollout. This represents growing frustration among early adopters who feel their investment in FSD is not being fully honored.

FSD • Apr 14, 2026

Tesla adds ‘streaks,’ other stats to track how often drivers use Full Self-Driving software

Tesla has introduced new features, including "streaks" and detailed statistics, to track how frequently drivers use its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software. This update, which also simplifies the subscription process, is designed to encourage more consistent use of the system. For owners and enthusiasts, it adds a gamified element to FSD usage and provides clearer data on their driving habits with the technology.

FSD Europe • Apr 14, 2026

Tesla FSD Europe launch backlash: HW3 owners launch claim site

Tesla's European launch of Full Self-Driving (FSD) is facing immediate backlash from owners of cars with older HW3 hardware. These owners, who paid for FSD years ago, are organizing a collective legal claim after Tesla indicated the system cannot be delivered on their vehicles. This means many early European FSD purchasers may never receive the feature they paid for.