Motley Fool Money Tesla: Full Self-Driving is Safer than Humans
Oct 24, 2024
David Meier, a Tesla performance expert, discusses the company's impressive safety record, revealing autopilot crashes occur every 7 million miles, compared to the U.S. average of one every 700,000. He also dives into Tesla's ambitious plans for full self-driving and humanoid robots. Jason Moser shares insights on Empire State Realty Trust's finances, providing an overview of investment opportunities and the impact of changing work patterns on the New York office market. The conversation highlights strategic shifts in companies navigating today's economic landscape.
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FSD Beta Safety
- Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta boasts a crash rate significantly lower than the US average.
- This suggests FSD's potential to improve road safety.
Conflicting FSD Experiences
- One user loved Tesla's FSD feature after borrowing a car.
- Another remains wary after a near-accident at a stop sign.
Tesla's Ride-Hailing Ambitions
- Tesla's vision includes using FSD for a ride-hailing service, challenging Uber and Lyft.
- They are already testing a ride-hailing app with human drivers in the Bay Area.