Imagine a world where your car drives itself, navigating busy streets and complex intersections with ease. Tesla is pushing hard to make this dream a reality, and their latest steps bring that future closer to Europe. Recently, their Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised system took on the bustling roads of Madrid.
This isn’t just a fancy demonstration; it’s real testing. A Tesla Model 3, a regular car you can buy, was seen cruising around Madrid. It uses the same hardware found in all Tesla cars. The magic lies in its software, which is constantly getting smarter.
While “Supervised” means a human driver still needs to be ready to take over, Tesla’s big picture is truly driverless cars. They want every car in their lineup to drive completely on its own, without a human watching. This global vision includes many countries, not just a select few.
The company has been quietly testing its FSD tech across Europe for a while now. They’ve already put their system to the test in major cities like Paris, Rome, and Berlin. Madrid is just the latest city to get a taste of this advanced software.
You can actually see the Madrid test in action. Tesla Europe and Middle East shared a video of the Model 3 driving itself.
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FSD Supervised testing in Madrid, Spain
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Unlike some other carmakers who use special sensors like LiDAR, Tesla relies purely on cameras. They feed what the cameras see into complex computer programs called neural networks. These programs learn by looking at billions of real driving situations. It’s like teaching a computer to see and understand the road just like a human driver would. You can watch the original video showcasing the system’s capabilities here: [Original Video].
FSD Supervised is already available in places like the United States, Canada, China, and Mexico. Bringing it to Europe is the next big step. Tesla has confirmed they are working closely with government regulators to get the necessary approvals for the European market. It’s a big hurdle, but these ongoing tests show they are determined.
This continued testing proves Tesla is serious about perfecting its technology before releasing it widely. There’s no set date for when FSD Supervised will be available to more drivers, but each test like the one in Madrid moves the finish line closer. The journey to truly self-driving cars is long, but Tesla is clearly on the road.
Source: Forococheselectricos.com