Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta software has been eagerly anticipated, with Elon Musk previously comparing it to OpenAI’s ChatGPT moment. However, initial reports suggest that the latest version of FSD, known as V12, may not live up to the hype. Tesla influencer Omar Qazi, one of the early recipients of the update, stated that engineers warned him it was still a rough early build. While there have been major improvements, Qazi believes the software is not yet ready for the public.
The FSD beta software aims to enable Tesla vehicles to drive themselves without any human intervention. Musk envisions a future where millions of Tesla cars can operate autonomously, but critics argue that the software still has a long way to go before achieving full self-driving capabilities. Tesla stockholders have felt the sting of missed opportunities, as the company’s stock value has not seen significant growth since December 2020.
Renowned FSD driver Chuck Cook also urged caution, advising Tesla fans to slow down their enthusiasm for the beta v12 update. Cook emphasized that the software should not be seen as autonomous driving capable yet. This caution is echoed by the fact that a top Tesla engineer admitted to staging an inaccurate self-driving video, causing the hype around FSD to fade.
Despite the skepticism surrounding FSD, Musk remains confident in Tesla’s AI capabilities. He believes that Tesla has the best real-world AI team in the world and that it is continuously improving. However, critics argue that even Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, hasn’t described ChatGPT in such a way.
As Tesla looks to boost its value and regain investor confidence, Musk has hinted at a slew of new product releases. The success of these upcoming products, their features, and how they are received in the market will be crucial for Tesla’s future.
Overall, while Tesla’s FSD beta software has undergone improvements, it still falls short of Musk’s ChatGPT moment. The company faces a real-world test as it strives to prove its bold claims and deliver truly autonomous driving capabilities.
