Imagine this: Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system cruising through the bustling streets of Manhattan, navigating the chaos, and taking you home without you lifting a finger. Sounds futuristic? Well, that future might be closer than you think!
Wall Street analyst Pierre Ferragu recently experienced this firsthand. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Ferragu shared his excitement after Tesla’s FSD technology completed a smooth, unassisted drive from Manhattan to his home in Connecticut. Here’s what he had to say:
"Last night, FSD got me out of deep into Manhattan and drove me back home to Connecticut. Got through a number of challenging and confusing situations with mastery. Not a single intervention. Robotaxi never felt that close ever before."
The Drive That Turned Heads
The journey wasn’t just a leisurely drive—it was a challenging 152.4 kilometers' route filled with dense traffic, tricky intersections, and unpredictable pedestrian behaviour. Typically taking about 1 hour and 45 minutes, this trip is no small feat, even for a seasoned human driver. Yet, Tesla’s FSD tech handled it like a pro, proving its mettle in one of the toughest driving environments in the world.
Why It Matters
New York City streets are notorious for testing any driver’s patience, let alone an autonomous system. Mastering these urban jungles signals a huge leap for Tesla’s FSD technology. As federal regulations around self-driving cars show signs of loosening, Tesla’s ambitious robotaxi vision is coming into sharper focus.
This breakthrough isn’t just about cool tech—it’s about Tesla staying ahead in the race against fierce competitors like Waymo (backed by Alphabet), Baidu, and Mobileye Global.
Tesla’s Journey So Far
While Tesla’s FSD technology is making waves, the company’s stock has seen its share of ups and downs, fluctuating between €127.06 and €330.95 over the past year. Still, investors seem optimistic, with Tesla stock up by 29.10% year-to-date. It now closed at €294.86, climbing 3.07% for the day.
The Road Ahead
With autonomous driving technology advancing faster than ever, the idea of robotaxis picking us up and driving us around could soon become a reality. Tesla’s latest achievement is more than just a milestone—it’s a glimpse into a future that’s closer than we dared to imagine.
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