Is Tesla's Full Self-Driving Capability Usable?
3 Answers
Yes, although Tesla can achieve autonomous driving in China, it is only suitable for use on highways with relatively good road conditions. It cannot be fully relied upon for autonomous driving, and drivers must always pay attention to stationary objects on the road, such as traffic cones. Given the current complex road conditions in China, autonomous driving undoubtedly faces additional challenges. At this time, users should pay even more attention to the use of Tesla's autonomous driving features to avoid traffic accidents. Below is some relevant information about Tesla: 1. Introduction to Tesla: Tesla is an American electric vehicle and energy company that manufactures and sells electric cars, solar panels, and energy storage devices. Headquartered in Palo Alto, it was founded on July 1, 2003, by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning. The founders named the company "Tesla Motors" in honor of the physicist Nikola Tesla. 2. Tesla's Development History: Tesla's initial new energy vehicle startup team mainly came from Silicon Valley, adopting an IT philosophy to build cars rather than the traditional approach represented by Detroit's automakers. Therefore, Tesla's venture into electric vehicles is often seen as a story of a Silicon Valley upstart challenging the Detroit giants.
I've been driving a Tesla Model 3 for three years with the FSD option. The automatic lane changing and off-ramp features work great on highways, and it's stress-free in traffic jams. However, it still hesitates at complex urban intersections, especially when bicycles suddenly cross - requiring immediate takeover. The latest version can recognize traffic light turns, but recognition rates drop significantly in rainy weather. Tesla keeps optimizing through OTA updates. Personally, I consider it semi-autonomous driving level - hands must stay on the wheel, and for safety I recommend treating it only as an advanced driver-assistance feature.
My friend just picked up a Model Y and specifically tested the FSD Beta. It handles automatic left turns in urban areas quite steadily and can even recognize traffic cones to detour around construction zones. However, it suddenly decelerates when encountering unclear lane markings, and once even misidentified a bus stop as an obstacle, triggering an emergency brake. Compared to the traditional gasoline car I drive, this technology is indeed advanced, but regulations require drivers to remain ready to intervene at all times. If you're considering a purchase, I recommend first understanding local policies, as approval scopes differ between China, the U.S., and Europe.