Technical Analysis
In-depth technical analysis of Tesla's autonomous driving technology, including hardware, software, sensors, and AI/ML systems
Autopilot vs FSD
Understanding the difference between Autopilot and Full Self-Driving
Autopilot
Standard driver assistance features included with all Tesla vehicles. Includes Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer.
- • Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
- • Autosteer
- • Basic lane keeping
Full Self-Driving (FSD)
Advanced autonomous driving capabilities including city street navigation, traffic light recognition, and more.
- • All Autopilot features
- • Navigate on Autopilot
- • City Streets (FSD Beta)
- • Traffic Light Control
Analysis Categories
Hardware
Analysis of hardware generations from HW1 to HW4
Software
Vision-based approach, neural networks, and architecture
Sensors
Camera systems, radar, ultrasonic, and GPS/IMU
AI/ML
Occupancy Networks, Vector Space, Planning, and Dojo