Tesla's Full Self-Driving now costs $15,000, but lawmakers argue it doesn't live up to its name

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The price has increased by $3,000, but Tesla's FSD is still a work-in-progress.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced on TwitterAs of this week, the change has been made official, meaning anyone selecting the FSD option for their Tesla will have to pay the increased price. Musk mentioned in his August tweet that the previous price would be "honored for orders made before September 5, but delivered later".Tesla's Full Self-Driving option is very much a work-in-progress software.

That's because it doesn't technically live up to its name, as even Tesla warns that drivers should always be alert and ready to take over should the need arise. The bill was passed primarily over a fear that Tesla's marketing could lull drivers into a false sense of security that could ultimately put them in danger.last year showed that even people within Tesla believe Elon Musk has exaggerated the company's autonomous driving capabilities to date.

The real change FSD brings to the table is that it allows autonomous driving in smaller lanes and in towns, whereas autopilot is primarily for highways. It also identifies and reacts to traffic lights and stop signs, though one driver found it hard to get around when their carThe jury's still out on the safety of Tesla's autopilot offerings.

to avoid a collision does suggest autopilot is worth buying into — but don't take your hands off the wheels just yet.

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