Driven By EVs
Individual creator exploring FSD/autonomy safety and EV tech through discussion and experimentation.
Tesla FSD Needs Better Lane‑change Anticipation
It's great that Tesla's FSD backs off from passing this truck on the right, as it moves into my lane. It would have been even better if it had anticipated this truck moving into my lane to avoid buffeting the truck on the shoulder up ahead.
Tesla FSD Misidentifies Non‑emergency Vehicle, Slows Unnecessarily
File this ... again ... under two steps forward and one step back. Slowing for an emergency vehicle, on the other side of the road, that is not in an emergency situation. No sirens and no flashing lights. Tesla's FSD does...
Tesla FSD Seamlessly Merges Traffic, Navigation, Autonomy
Initially, I wasn't sure why we were exiting the 51 and getting onto McDowell but I've learn to trust some aspects of Tesla's FSD. Real-time traffic, navigation and autonomous driving, all wrapped up into one. It's hard to beat.
Tesla FSD Demands Driver Vigilance at Tricky Intersections
Crossing a busy intersection with limited options for safe passage, Tesla's FSD sometimes requires quite a bit of courage. Looking left, it's relatively clear and predictable. But with cars backed up from the light on the right, it's less clear. Make...
Tesla FSD Anticipates Pedestrian, Prevents Near Miss
I got thanked for nothing. Tesla's FSD did a good job anticipating this pedestrian's movements and desire to cross the street. I might not have seen them in time and the pedestrian even hesitates slightly to make sure it was...
Tesla FSD Merges at Last Second on Phoenix Highways
Admittedly, it's a complicated series of ramps and highways, Route 51, the 10 and 202 all come together in this part of downtown Phoenix, but seriously. There is plenty of time and very clear signage but Tesla's FSD always waits...
Prioritizing Proven Safety and True Level 3 Autonomy
Again, it would be nice if the focus was on provable safety increases and real Level 3 capabilities but we'll see.
Rivian R2 Surpasses Tesla Model Y in Range, Efficiency
"Rivian’s most powerful R2 has more range than initially estimated, and it's more efficient than the Tesla Model Y." D'OH! https://insideevs.com/news/792230/rivian-r2-epa-range-efficiency/
Tesla FSD Impresses but Still Inconsistent with Parking
Going to the dentist today and still amazed at how well Tesla's FSD gets me from one place to another, finds a space, parks, and takes it out of gear. It's just as inconsistent as to whether it fronts or...
Tesla FSD Deftly Weaves Through Downtown Traffic Obstacles
Living downtown you see a lot of this, people just in the way. I have to admit, Tesla's FSD did a pretty good job of navigating around these obstacles. The parked truck and the parked car, with a third vehicle moving around...
Tesla FSD Fails to Choose Correct Lane, Gets Confused
Another recent instance where Tesla's FSD just can't pick a lane. After spending time getting out of the 7th St turn lane, it decides it wants to exit anyway. Then once off the exit, it can't seem to decide which...
Weekend Roadwork Turns Route 51 Into Deserted, Dusty Landscape
Over the weekend, we were treated to a fairly dystopian view of Route 51, south bound into Phoenix, as part of a pavement improvement project. This weekend's work removed surface pavement from this stretch in preparation for diamond grinding. Between the...
Tesla FSD's Overcautious Design Lets Drivers Block Merges
Fun fact: Tesla's FSD is so cautious, if you can figure out if they are using it, it's easy to prevent them from merging. Even other Teslas take advantage of it! 🤦T
Tesla FSD Still Botches Parking in Empty Lot
I know it’s me, but I think things like this are very funny. There are very few cars in the parking lot, the spaces are wide open, and it still takes Tesla’s FSD three corrections to park. When it started...
Waymo’s Phoenix Fleet Now Shows Drivers After Years Driverless
Waymo's been in and around Phoenix since before 2020 and driving autonomously even in parts of Scottsdale and the surrounding cities for years. It is now very odd seeing a driver behind the wheel. I am sure there are loads of...
Tesla FSD Cautiously Monitors Pedestrians, Causing Ambiguous Hesitation
I appreciate that Tesla's FSD actively watches out for pedestrians. Even if they are not sure of what I am going to do. It's hard to tell if the system's hesitation is because of the pedestrians not sure if I am...
Tesla FSD Mirrors Human Drivers in Complex Bike Lanes
I like the extra help Tesla's FSD provides while navigating the bike lanes in downtown. The bike lanes are intertwined with car lanes so the additional "eyes" are useful. It's also interesting that, just like human drivers, crossing the double yellow...