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Hello, Tesla FSD Enthusiasts! 🚗 Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) has officially launched in Australia - here's your comprehensive update on the first real-world tests.
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🚗 Tesla FSD Australia Highlights
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▶ First right-hand drive FSD tests show impressive results!
▶ Successfully handles Sydney's complex traffic and weather conditions!
▶ 350km+ testing reveals both strengths and limitations!
▶ Multi-story carpark navigation still needs improvement!
▶ Game-changing potential despite current supervision requirements!
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KEY INFO
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Tesla FSD Supervised v13 Down Under in Australia
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Features: Version 13.2.9 will include 36 Hz full-resolution AI4 video inputs, native neural network architectures, and major improvements in collision avoidance, parking, dynamic rerouting, and integrated unpark/reverse/park capabilities.
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Expected Pricing: Anticipated to be available for $10,100 AUD outright purchase or via subscription. New cars expected to include a complimentary 30-day trial.
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Legal Status: Will be classified as "Supervised" - constant driver attention required. Full autonomy not yet allowed by law in Australia.
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MEDIA COVERAGE
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Key News from High-Volume Coverage
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Tesla's FSD Australia rollout has generated extensive media attention across major automotive publications. Here are the standout stories:
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FIRST DRIVE REVIEW
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Ryan's Model Y: Tesla FSD v13.2.9 Sydney Test
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Ryan from Ryan's Model Y conducted an extensive first drive of Tesla's FSD Supervised in challenging Sydney conditions. Testing through fog, rain, and unmarked roads, the system demonstrated remarkable confidence and smoothness compared to standard Autopilot. Key highlights include successful driveway reversing, seamless corner handling, and automatic cabin defogging. The system performed reliably in poor weather conditions where earlier versions struggled, though parking logic and settings like follow distance remain limited. Ryan described the experience as "safe, surreal, and groundbreaking" - representing a significant leap in everyday usability.
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COMPREHENSIVE TESTING
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TechAU: 350km Real-World FSD Testing
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TechAU conducted extensive 350km testing across city, highway, and rural roads following Tesla FSD's Australian launch. The system excelled with confident lane changes, smooth cornering, reliable freeway performance, and impressive unmarked road navigation - capabilities far beyond basic Autopilot. Notable achievements included successful roundabout navigation and obstacle overtaking across solid lines. However, speed limit detection proved unreliable, causing inappropriate highway slowdowns, and pothole/debris avoidance needs improvement. Despite limitations, the system feels remarkably human-like and significantly reduces driver workload.
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EARLY ACCESS TEST
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Ludicrous Feed: First RHD FSD Demo in Sydney
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Popular Australian EV reviewers Ludicrous Feed conducted one of the first right-hand drive Tesla FSD demonstrations using a Tesla-loaned Model 3 in Sydney. The test covered complex routes including the airport, Opera House, and North Sydney areas. While the system handled lane changes and pedestrian detection well, it experienced three interventions including missing a no-right-turn sign and nearly hitting signage. Despite these issues, the hosts were impressed with FSD's game-changing potential, though emphasized it's not yet fully reliable for unsupervised use.
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CARPARK CHALLENGE
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TechAU: Multi-Story Carpark Navigation Test
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TechAU tested Tesla FSD's capabilities at Albury's Commercial Club carpark, home to 16 Tesla Superchargers. The system initially failed to enter the multi-story structure, defaulting to street parking. After manual entry, FSD navigated the steep entry ramp but hesitated at low-visibility areas, requiring driver acceleration prompts. The car bypassed available Superchargers, driving to the top floor and clearing the destination prematurely. Exit navigation was successful despite taking a wrong turn. The test highlighted areas needing improvement: vertical navigation awareness and confidence in limited visibility scenarios.
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✅ Key Strengths
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What's working well in Australian conditions
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Confident lane changes and smooth cornering across diverse road types. Excellent performance in challenging weather including fog and rain. Successful navigation of unmarked roads and roundabouts. Reliable freeway performance and natural, human-like driving feel. Significant improvement over standard Autopilot capabilities.
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⚠️ Areas for Improvement
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Current limitations identified in testing
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Unreliable speed limit detection causing inappropriate highway slowdowns. Limited parking logic and multi-story carpark navigation issues. Occasional missed traffic signs and hesitation in low-visibility scenarios. Pothole and debris avoidance needs refinement. Some intervention requirements in complex urban situations.
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🇦🇺 Australian FSD Rollout
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Tesla's FSD Supervised represents a major milestone for Australian Tesla owners. While regulatory approval for fully unsupervised operation remains years away, current supervised capabilities already deliver transformative driving experiences. Early testing shows promising results with room for continued improvement through over-the-air updates.
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⚠️ Hardware 3 Challenge: Tesla previously promised robust FSD capabilities to Hardware 3 customers, but FSD v13 is incompatible with older hardware. This creates a vague situation where Tesla must find alternative solutions to deliver promised FSD services to these customers, or face inevitable public criticism over unmet commitments.
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