Tesla has just launched the latest version of its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) system, V14.1, marking the most significant update in almost a year. This update brings a host of new features, including vision-based navigation for real-time detour handling and an “Arrival Options” feature that allows users to simulate Robotaxi-style drop-offs.
One of the key improvements in Version 14.1 is the integration of navigation and routing directly into Tesla’s vision-based neural network. This enables the system to respond to scenarios such as blocked roads or closures in real-time. Additionally, the update enhances emergency vehicle detection, allowing the car to pull over or yield when police, fire, or ambulances are nearby. The system also has improved responses to debris, school buses, and lane cut-ins, as well as smoother handling of unprotected turns and gated entries. Tesla has also introduced a new automatic camera-cleaning system, similar to what is used in Robotaxi vehicles, to ensure clear vision at all times.
Drivers can now personalize the behavior of FSD with new Speed Profiles. A new “Sloth” mode has been added to the lineup, offering a more conservative lane and speed selection compared to the existing “Chill” mode. Preferences for parking and arrival positions are saved per destination, and the system’s reasoning model automatically recommends several options for each route.
Elon Musk has highlighted that Version 14.1 features a 10x higher parameter count and “feels sentient” compared to earlier builds. While the system is still supervised, unlike the Austin Robotaxi pilot, FSD 14.1 represents a significant milestone in Tesla’s journey towards autonomous driving.
The release notes for FSD (Supervised) V14.1 include the addition of Arrival Options for selecting parking locations, improved emergency vehicle handling, enhanced navigation and routing capabilities, additional Speed Profiles for customizing driving styles, improved gate handling, better debris offsetting, and smoother handling of various driving scenarios. The update also includes an automatic camera-cleaning system and alerts for residue build-up on the windshield that may impact camera visibility.
Upcoming improvements for FSD (Supervised) include overall smoothness and sentience, enhanced parking spot selection and quality, and improved arrival options for Robotaxi-style drop-offs. The Speed Profiles feature has been enhanced to determine appropriate speeds based on driver profiles, speed limits, and traffic conditions. Users can now start self-driving with a tap of the touchscreen and adjust settings directly from the Autopilot visualization on the center display.
Overall, Tesla’s FSD (Supervised) V14.1 update brings a range of new features and improvements that enhance the driving experience and move the company closer to achieving fully autonomous capabilities.