Tesla’s planned launch of Full Self-Driving (FSD) in China may face delays as the company awaits regulatory approval and grapples with data security concerns. While Tesla has expressed its commitment to launching FSD in China and Europe, the Chinese government is yet to grant permission for the feature’s introduction. Data security concerns have emerged as a significant barrier, prompting discussions about granting Tesla access to certain non-sensitive video data for system training.
Tesla is set to host its Robotaxi event on October 10th, and Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas believes it could be a significant moment for the company’s autonomous ride-sharing ambitions. Jonas expects Tesla to showcase a cybercab demonstration and discuss potential launch timelines, focusing on both fully autonomous and supervised ride-sharing services. The analyst also predicts Tesla will reveal details about target metro areas, FSD hardware installations, potential price cuts for FSD, and driver economics.
A U.S. District Court judge dismissed a lawsuit against Tesla, ruling that shareholders failed to prove CEO Elon Musk misled investors regarding the company’s Full-Self Driving (FSD) technology. While the judge rejected claims of misrepresentation, investors have until October 30th to file an updated complaint. Despite this victory, Tesla faces ongoing lawsuits and federal investigations regarding its Autopilot and FSD systems. The company continues to expand its FSD technology with software updates, including deployment on the Cybertruck. Musk has also teased the possibility of an unsupervised robotaxi by the end of 2024.
Wedbush analyst Dan Ives anticipates Tesla’s third-quarter deliveries to surpass expectations, driven by robust demand in China and favorable financing terms. He also highlighted the upcoming Robotaxi event as a key catalyst for the company.
An analyst has cast doubt on Tesla’s self-driving technology, calling it a ‘safety disaster’ and ‘galaxies away’ from its competitors. Independent testing by AMCI reveals frequent human intervention required for safe operation, raising concerns about the technology’s readiness for unsupervised autonomy.
Tesla executive Ashok Elluswamy’s playful ‘Airplane!’ GIF suggests the company is working hard to deploy its full self-driving (FSD) technology on the Cybertruck, despite previous delays. FSD features have already been partially implemented on the Cybertruck, but the full autonomous driving capability remains elusive.
Tesla has announced plans to introduce its full self-driving (FSD) technology in Asia and Europe by the first quarter of 2025. An industry expert discusses the potential impact on Tesla’s business, the challenges of adapting FSD to different markets, and the company’s overall position in the current market.
Tesla’s announcement of a Q1 2025 timeline for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology rollout in Europe and China has sparked debate. While some analysts see it as a stock-pumping tactic, others believe it aligns with expectations and reflects the company’s progress in securing regulatory approvals.
Tesla shares are surging in pre-market trading, driven by the company’s roadmap for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology in Europe and China. The stock is also benefiting from its relative valuation strength compared to the broader market. Analysts are also noting positive technical trends for Tesla, suggesting potential for outperformance.
Tesla’s Cybertruck, known for its unique design, is expected to receive parking assistance features this weekend, according to hints from a senior Tesla executive. While the vehicle currently lacks Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities, the company plans to introduce these features gradually, with parking assistance coming first. FSD, a more advanced driver assistance feature, is planned for a September rollout.
