Key Points Tesla AI FSD v13 Update Highlights: Tesla has shipped its latest version to 50,000 customers, enhancing highway autonomy significantly. Version 13 (v13) Upgrade: v13 introduces major scaling and architecture improvements, including 3x model scaling, audio inputs for emergency vehicles, and a redesigned control system for smoother driving. Silicon Performance: AI4/HW4 silicon achieves 1.3…

Summary Tesla unveiled their vision for the future of transportation at the “We, Robot” event, showcasing the Robotaxi and Robovan. The Robotaxi is a sub-$30,000 autonomous vehicle designed for personal use and potentially part of a rideshare network. Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) technology, powered by custom AI hardware and software, is rapidly improving and…

Executive Summary The automotive industry is undergoing a major transition as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) shift towards software-defined vehicles (SDVs). SDVs rely on integrated computing systems and software to manage core vehicle operations instead of mechanical controls. This transition presents opportunities and challenges for OEMs and suppliers. This report analyzes the key drivers catalyzing this…