Tesla Inc. has announced that its vehicles in Australia and New Zealand have collectively traveled over 621,000 miles using the Supervised FSD feature in just two weeks.
Distance Covered Equivalent to 67 Laps Around Australia
This impressive distance is equivalent to circling Australia approximately 67 times. The news was shared by Tesla’s official handle for Australia and New Zealand on the social media platform X, stating that the distance covered was “roughly 67 laps around Australia or 625 trips from Auckland to Invercargill.”
Introduction of Supervised FSD in Australia
The launch of supervised FSD in Australia follows rumors that emerged a month ago when an Australian journalist uploaded a video of the feature on social media platform Instagram. The introduction of this technology in the region marks a significant step forward for Tesla.
Global Expansion of FSD Testing
In addition to the supervised FSD service in Australia and New Zealand, Tesla has also begun conducting FSD testing operations in Japan. The company has showcased a Tesla navigating the busy streets of a Japanese city with an onboard testing driver.
Potential FSD Update
Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently hinted at a possible update for the FSD system, which could enable Teslas to navigate multi-level parking garages using the car’s Summon function. This update would further enhance the capabilities of the FSD feature.
Musk’s New Pay Package and FSD Subscriptions
Musk’s new pay package, which could potentially make him a trillionaire, includes a condition that Tesla must have over 10 million active FSD subscriptions for him to receive a portion of the compensation award. Tesla has recently revised the definition of FSD, and the company’s progress in this area will be closely watched.
Conclusion
The achievement of Tesla owners in Australia and New Zealand demonstrates the significant progress being made with the Supervised FSD feature. As Tesla continues to expand its FSD testing operations globally and potentially updates the system, the company is poised to make further advancements in autonomous driving technology.