Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Tested Against Road Obstacles
Introduction
In an engaging exploration of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, popular creator Mark Rober initially tested the system’s ability to recognize a fake wall designed to resemble an endless road. Following this, Kyle Paul conducted a follow-up experiment that further examined FSD’s performance with various Tesla models.
Mark Rober’s Initial Experiment
Mark Rober, an engineer known for his viral videos, conducted an experiment to see if Tesla’s camera-based FSD could automatically stop before encountering a distorted road illusion—specifically, a wall painted to represent the horizon. The results revealed that the FSD did not respond as expected, prompting discussions and inquiries about its capabilities.
Kyle Paul’s Response and Additional Testing
Kyle Paul’s video, released shortly after Rober’s, featured a more comprehensive examination involving two Tesla vehicles equipped with FSD: a Model Y with the older HW3 computer and the new Cybertruck utilizing the latest HW4/AI4 technology. According to reports from Not a Tesla App, the findings varied significantly between the two vehicles tested.
Results of the Tests
During Paul’s test, the Model Y running FSD version 12.5.4.2 failed to avoid the fake wall, necessitating a manual stop before the vehicle could crash into the obstruction. In contrast, the Cybertruck, featuring the more advanced FSD version 13.2.8, successfully detected the wall and halted as intended, demonstrating the advancements in Tesla’s technology.
Conclusion
These experiments highlight ongoing discussions regarding the reliability and effectiveness of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving features. Both videos are available for viewers interested in the technological implications and curious about the real-world applications of FSD’s capabilities.
Watch the Videos
For those interested in the specifics and to witness firsthand the performance of Tesla’s FSD, both Mark Rober’s and Kyle Paul’s videos can be found on their respective channels.
