Tesla has added HW3 support with FSD V12.5.1.4, this long-awaited development marks a pivotal moment for Tesla owners who have been eagerly anticipating the integration of advanced autonomous driving capabilities on their vehicles.
For some time, Tesla enthusiasts have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of FSD 12.5 on HW3 vehicles, a gap that has been a source of frustration. However, with the release of update 2024.26.15, that divide has been bridged, allowing HW3 owners to finally experience the latest advancements in Tesla’s autonomous driving technology.
The implementation of FSD 12.5.1.4 on HW3 vehicles has been a result of Tesla’s relentless efforts to optimize its software for various hardware platforms. As Ashok Elluswamy, Tesla’s Autopilot lead, explains, the team has worked tirelessly to achieve similar performance on the AI3 hardware as the more powerful AI4 counterpart. This has involved implementing custom kernels in the compiler to emulate the same operations, ensuring a seamless experience for all Tesla owners, regardless of their vehicle’s hardware configuration.
While the immediate focus is on the successful deployment of FSD 12.5.1.4 on HW3 vehicles, Tesla’s roadmap for the future is equally exciting. Owners can look forward to a host of new features, including nag-less FSD using sunglasses, FSD support on the Cybertruck, improved lane changes, and the integration of end-to-end neural networks on the highway. Additionally, the highly anticipated “Actually Smart Summon” functionality is also expected to make its debut in upcoming FSD versions.
Tesla’s unwavering commitment to innovation and its ability to optimize its software across diverse hardware platforms have once again been on full display. As the company continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the EV space, the integration of FSD 12.5.1.4 on HW3 vehicles is a testament to its dedication to empowering its customers with the latest advancements in autonomous driving technology. The future, it seems, has never been brighter for Tesla and its legion of devoted enthusiasts.