Self-driving cars. Over nine years, Elon Musk has guaranteed Tesla buyers that every sold vehicle comes with autonomous capabilities. However, unbeknownst to many, earlier this year, the company’s leader admitted that this promise remains unfulfilled.
At the start of the year, during an audio meeting, Elon Musk informed the primary shareholders of Tesla The firm's vehicles featuring Hardware 3 will require an upgrade to accommodate the autonomously driven software presently being developed, according to reports from the website. Presse-citron . "I believe the most truthful response is that we'll need to update the Hardware 3 computer for those who purchased Full Self-Driving. Although this process will be challenging and arduous, we are committed to doing so," he stressed.
The news astounds Tesla customers. Certainly, the idea of having an autonomous driving feature isn't novel, and they have paid $12,000 for this option in the U.S.
During times of crisis
For certain individuals, the leader Tesla It has been mentioned so frequently (to the point where this feature seemed inevitable) that the element of surprise is completely gone. The announcement came across more like a formality. “running gag” As previously mentioned, in 2019, all drivers using vehicles equipped with Hardware 2.0 and Hardware 2.5 were required to upgrade to Hardware 3 in order to utilize autonomous driving features. During this period, legal proceedings were initiated as well. “false advertising”.
This all indicates that the corporation Tesla It is currently fully engaged in crisis management. To fulfill its promises, it might have to allocate millions of dollars.
For now, all customers can do is hope.
(MH with Raphaël Liset - Source: Presse-citron - Image: ©Unsplash)