Tesla initiates public deployment of Full Self-Driving (under supervision) in Australia and New Zealand

Tesla initiates public deployment of Full Self-Driving (under supervision) in Australia and New Zealand

Tesla Rolls Out Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in Australia and New Zealand

Tesla has officially begun the public rollout of its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) feature in Australia and New Zealand, marking a significant milestone for Tesla drivers in these countries. The rollout follows the soft media launch of the feature late last month.

Drivers who already purchased the Full Self-Driving upgrade can begin using the system immediately, while new buyers can add it as an optional package. The feature is now available to all Tesla Model 3 and Model Y owners with Hardware 4 (HW4 or AI4) through an over-the-air software update.

Full Self-Driving (Supervised) offers a range of advanced features, including automatic turn signaling, cornering on city streets, navigating multi-lane roundabouts, and driving on unmarked roads. During the media launch, local tech reviewers and mainstream media were impressed with the system's ability to handle city streets, roundabouts, and unmarked roads.

However, it's important to note that FSD (Supervised) is not fully autonomous, and drivers must remain attentive at all times. Improper use of the feature can result in temporary suspensions. Tesla plans to offer FSD subscriptions for $149 AUD/$159 NZD per month in the near future, providing an alternative for those who do not wish to purchase the feature outright.

The supervision of the rollout has been managed by Tesla itself, emphasizing that the system operates as a driver assistance technology requiring active driver attention. There is no specific external regulatory body mentioned as overseeing the rollout in these countries in the provided sources.

This is the first time FSD (Supervised) is being made widely available in a right-hand-drive market. Tesla has already begun testing the feature in Japan, indicating the company's intent to expand availability across more right-hand-drive markets.

Regulators in Australia cleared FSD (Supervised) for launch back in July. Thousands of owners across Australia and New Zealand will now have access to one of Tesla's most advanced driver assistance systems yet. The feature has been trained on billions of kilometers of driving data collected globally, ensuring a high level of safety and reliability.

Today's rollout marks nearly five years since FSD's debut in the U.S., and Tesla owners in Australia and New Zealand have been eagerly awaiting its arrival. With the rollout now complete, they can look forward to a more convenient and safer driving experience.

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