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– Tesla CEO Elon Musk teased major improvements for the upcoming Full Self-Driving v14.3 update shortly after v14.2 was released.
– Version 14.2 resolved issues from v14.1.x, such as hesitation and brake stabbing at intersections, as confirmed in a 62-minute test drive.
– Musk described v14.3 as the update where “the last big piece of the puzzle finally lands,” indicating significant advancements.
– Some owners reported a more relaxed driver monitoring system, aligning with Tesla’s goal to allow texting while driving in the future.
– No specific release timeline was provided for v14.3, but it may be part of the Holiday Update or released before the New Year.
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology continues its rapid evolution, with CEO Elon Musk hinting at a groundbreaking leap in capability for the upcoming v14.3 release. This next major update, Musk suggests, will represent the final critical component in the autonomous driving puzzle, promising a more refined and capable system for Tesla owners.
The recently distributed v14.2 build already demonstrates significant progress over its predecessor, v14.1.x. Owners who had been using the most advanced v14.1.7 configuration have now transitioned to this newer version, which appears to have successfully tackled several key challenges.
One of the most notable fixes in v14.2 addresses the previously frustrating problem of “brake stabbing.” This issue caused vehicles to hesitate and apply abrupt braking, particularly at complex intersections like four-way stops, as the system calculated its path amidst moving traffic. Initial reviews of v14.2 indicate this behavior has been largely resolved, with one extended 62-minute test drive reporting no instances of the problem.
Another area of improvement noted by some users involves the driver monitoring system. Reports suggest it has become less intrusive, aligning with Tesla’s stated goal of eventually permitting drivers to use their phones for texting while the FSD system is active. This shift points toward a future with reduced driver supervision, though local regulations, such as a recent Pennsylvania law, currently restrict such activities.
The language from Musk strongly implies that v14.3 will deliver a substantially more sophisticated and confident driving experience. While a specific release date for v14.3 has not been announced, especially since v14.2 just became available to Early Access Program members, the development cycle appears aggressive. Given that v14.1 reached the wider owner base only a few weeks prior, there is speculation that v14.3 could be part of an imminent Holiday Update or a standalone release before the year concludes.
(Source: Teslarati)
