Land of the Giants
The Self-Driving Experiment
Aug 23, 2023
Exploring the challenges Tesla faces in achieving fully autonomous driving. The hosts recount their experience using Tesla's Full Self-Driving feature. Comparing Tesla's autonomous technology to that of other companies and the potential of autonomous cars. Discussing the future of self-driving technology and criticism of Tesla's approach.
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- Tesla's claims about their full self-driving (FSD) capabilities have repeatedly fallen short of reality, with staged promotional videos not reflecting the actual performance of the software.
- Other companies like Waymo and Cruise, with their advanced hardware systems and comprehensive sensor suites, have made significant progress in autonomous driving, offering better safety and a different business model focused on ride-sharing.
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Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) Claims
Tesla's full self-driving (FSD) claims, as showcased in a staged promotional video, have been far from reality. The video, which depicted the car flawlessly navigating city streets, was actually pre-programmed, and drivers had to intervene multiple times, even causing a crash while attempting to park. Elon Musk's assertions about Tesla's autonomous driving capabilities have repeatedly fallen short of the truth. The promise of convenience and safety from autonomous vehicles remains unfulfilled.
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