Tesla Releases FSD V13.2: Adds Ability to Reverse, Start FSD from Park, Autopark at Destination and Much More

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Last night Tesla finally launched FSD V13.2 with a bevy of new features for its early access testers with update 2024.39.10. While they barely missed Thanksgiving's floaty deadline, they still managed to deliver it in November, marking another big win for the Tesla AI team.

Early Access Only

FSD V13.2 started to roll out to early access testers - who generally get hands-on with the latest builds in advance of everyone else. They’re the equivalent of Tesla’s trusted testers who aren’t running internal builds - and they’re able to catch more scenarios outside of Tesla’s pretty extensive safety training suite.

If no major issues are spotted, Tesla will begin a slow rollout to more and more vehicles over the next few weeks. Assuming all goes well with this build, it could be in most customer’s hands by Christmas.

Of course, as a reminder, FSD V13 is still limited to vehicles equipped with AI4—and for now, anything but the Cybertruck. The Cybertruck is on its own FSD branch, without access to Actually Smart Summon and Speed Profiles, but with End to End on the Highway. The Cybertruck was recently upgraded to update 2024.39.5 (FSD V12.5.5.3).

FSD V13.2 Features

Let’s take a look at everything in FSD V13.2 - which is the build version going out now on Tesla software update 2024.39.10. While we previously got a short preview of what was expected with V13, we now can see everything included in FSD V13.2.

Start FSD from Park, Reverse & Park at Destination

Parked to Parked has been the goal for FSD for quite a while now. Elon Musk has been saying that it was going to be the key to demonstrating Tesla’s autonomy framework back with the release of V12.3.6 - when V12.5 was but a glimmer in the Tesla AI team’s eye.

Now, with V13, FSD has integrated three key functionalities.

Unpark: FSD can now be started while you’re still parked. Simply set your destination and tap and hold the new Start FSD button. The car will now shift out of park and into drive or reverse in order to get to its destination.

Reverse: FSD has finally gained the ability to shift. Not only can the vehicle go into reverse now, but it can seamlessly shift between Park, Drive and Reverse all by itself. It can be perform 3-point turns.

Park: When FSD reaches its destination, it will now park itself if it finds an open parking spot near the final location. Tesla says that further improvements are coming to this, and drivers will be able to pick between pulling over, parking in a parking spot, driveway or garage in the future.

If everything goes smoothly on a drive, users will no longer need to give the vehicle any input at all, from its original location to its final parking spot. No more user intervention other than supervision is needed, unless an intervention is needed.

I tried to get FSD 13.2 to park in my garage but it instead did a 3 point turn and tried to escape 😱 pic.twitter.com/EzEYcNvuuA

— Dirty Tesla (@DirtyTesLa) December 1, 2024

Full Resolution AI4 Video Input

Until now, FSD V12.5 and V12.6 have been using reduced image quality at reduced framerates to match the lower resolution and lower refresh rate provided by Hardware 3 cameras. For the first time, FSD will be using AI4’s (previously known as Hardware 4) cameras at higher resolution and 36 frames per second.

In short, that means better image quality for both training and in use and higher accuracy for things like signage and distance measurement.

Speed Profiles for All Roads

FSD V12.5.6.2 brought new and improved Speed Profiles to both city streets and highways, including the new Hurry Mode, which replaced Assertive Mode. However, on V12.5.6.2, there were a few limitations - roads needed a fairly high minimum speed limit of 50mph (80km/h) or higher. Now, that’s no more. City Streets has speed profiles for all speed limits now.

FSD 13 navigates parking lot then BACKS ITSELF INTO SUPERCHARGER STALL pic.twitter.com/f6vAeJ0mSe

— ΛI DRIVR (@AIDRIVR) December 1, 2024

Native AI4 Inputs and Neural Network Architecture

Similar to the video resolution and refresh rate, AI4 has a lot of new hardware features that help optimize how fast FSD’s AI model can run. We dug into how Tesla’s Universal Translator streamlines FSD for each platform - this is a case of having fewer constraints and more optimization versus Hardware 3.

5x Training Compute

Cortex, Tesla’s massive new supercomputer cluster at Giga Texas, is now online and crunching data at a truly insane rate. It's one of the fastest AI clusters in the world—and it's dedicated to FSD. Tesla has 5x the training compute crunching away to solve the March of 9’s now that FSD is close to being feature complete.

Faster Decision Making

Tesla refactored how it handles image-to-processing in FSD V13 - another huge set of changes to improve performance. In this release - a 2x faster photon-to-control latency, which is massive. In layman’s terms - that’s faster decision-making - it was already faster than a human, and now it's twice as fast as it was before.

Insane product push on the week of my birthday.

We refactored the entire system to drastically simplify the pipeline — direct photons to control — yet providing a lot more functionality under the same unify framework.

It is probably one of the biggest rewrite in years when we… https://t.co/M0pr2KzcHv

— Yun-Ta Tsai (@YunTaTsai1) November 30, 2024

Collection Data for Audio Input

One of the features Tesla lists in FSD V13.2 is the ability for the vehicle to collect and share audio snippets with Tesla. The vehicle will ask you whether you’re okay with sharing 10-second audio files with Tesla so that the vehicle can detect emergency vehicles by sound in the future.

Camera Visibility Detection

The vehicle will now prompt you at the end of a drive if visibility issues are detected. The new option is under Controls > Service > Camera Visibility. Tesla will also retain images from the cameras when the vehicle experiences visibility issues during a drive so that you can analyze them later.

As of FSD V12.5.6.2, your Tesla will warn you when it needs cleaning - and guide you to help clean the cameras too. This, along with less annoying notifications that FSD is degraded, are going to be fantastic changes for those who aren’t driving around in sunny weather.

Better Collision Avoidance

Due to all the changes to the AI model in V13, it also brought along with it changes to how the AI perceives and handles collision avoidance.

FSD has already earned a reputation for cleanly avoiding T-bone collisions in red light incidents, but it's going to get even better from here on out.

FSD 13 leaves parking lot (+ awkward interaction with other driver)

the smoothness is absolutely INSANE

it also saw the Model 3 backing up before I did, I was wondering why it wasn’t moving lol pic.twitter.com/MhKgVI2WX1

— ΛI DRIVR (@AIDRIVR) December 1, 2024

Vehicle to Fleet Communication

One of the features V12.5 was supposed to bring was fleet-based dynamic routing. If a route was closed, your Tesla would turn around and navigate through an alternative path - and also warn the rest of the fleet of the closure.

V13 lets AI4 vehicles do this, and it's another element of the Robotaxi network that Tesla needs to get off the ground to ensure that once they do begin to deploy their first fleets - they function well. So far, with new job postings for Robotaxi Engineers and talks with Palo Alto to launch a Robotaxi service, things are on track for both Unsupervised FSD and Robotaxi sometime in 2025.

Better Traffic Controller

Another big update is a redesigned traffic controller - which makes for smoother and more accurate tracking of other vehicles and objects around the vehicle. We dug into how the traffic controller processes information in this article here, where you can learn all about how Tesla’s signal processing works.

Here is highlight clip #2 from my FSD Supervised v13.2 Night First Impressions Drive. Enjoy the clips! @Tesla_AI pic.twitter.com/bLOjM0bVYi

— Chuck Cook (@chazman) December 1, 2024

Upcoming Improvements

Tesla has mentioned a lot of upcoming improvements panel for FSD V13 too, which includes bigger models, audio inputs, better navigation and routing, improvements to false braking, destination options, and better camera occlusion handling. That’s a pretty big list for V13, so we’ll keep an eye on all these upcoming features that are expected in a future release.

What About Hardware 3?

Tesla’s previous roadmap update didn’t mention HW3 getting FSD V13. Instead, those of us on Hardware 3 will need to keep waiting and looking for Tesla to optimize another FSD Model - until then, you’ll be on FSD V12.5.4.2, which is still a fairly capable build.

Tesla has mentioned that they could potentially upgrade HW3 computers - not cameras - if engineers aren’t able to get FSD Unsupervised working on HW3. While there isn’t a lot to share here yet, it certainly looks like HW3 owners will be receiving some sort of free hardware upgrade in the future, but it’s not clear yet when or what they will be.

Keep an eye out in the new year for updates on what’s coming next with HW3. We hope to see an optimized V13 build eventually make its way to HW3 sometime in the future - Tesla has been working pretty hard on this, so let’s give them some time.

Release Date

For everyone who’s been patiently waiting to see more of FSD V13 since the sneaky reveal at We, Robot, you’ll be waiting a bit longer. This build is currently going out to early access testers, who serve as a critical step in Tesla’s safety verification process.

Once Tesla is comfortable with the rate of disengagement, Tesla will evaluate their results, make any final changes, and then begin rolling it out in waves. Fingers crossed, wider waves for V13 will make their way to AI4 S3XY vehicles and the Cybertruck by Christmas.

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Tesla Semi Keynote: New Features, 46 Charging Sites, Upgraded Battery & More [VIDEO]

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Tesla’s Dan W Priestley attended the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Anaheim, California, and provided an update on Tesla’s Semi truck program. The presentation covered several key developments on the status of Tesla’s Nevada Semi Factory, refinements to the Semi, and Tesla’s plans for charging and ramping production through 2026.

Let’s dig in and take a look at everything that was captured by the Out of Spec team at ACT Expo. The original video is embedded below if you’d like to watch it.

Semi Factory & Production Ramp

Priestley reaffirmed the timelines mentioned during Tesla’s Q4 2024 Earnings Call that Tesla will scale Semi production in 2026. To achieve this, Tesla has been actively building and expanding the Gigafactory Nevada site, specifically to support the production of the Tesla Semi. The dedicated Semi facility will have a targeted annual capacity of 50,000 Semi trucks.

Following the beginning of production, Tesla will utilize the initial trucks to integrate into its own logistics operations. This will serve as both a final real-world testing ground as well as an opportunity for Tesla to gather data internally. Tesla plans to begin subsequent customer deliveries throughout 2026 as the ramp-up continues.

Reuters also reported that Tesla is hiring over 1,000 new employees at the Semi Factory to begin the rapid ramping of the program.

Semi has already amassed 7.9 million miles with Tesla’s current testing and operational fleets, providing some real-world data and testing. Feedback for the truck has been exceptionally successful, with many drivers praising the Semi’s performance and comfort.

New Tesla Semi Features

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Tesla keynote without showing off some new things. The Semi will be available in 500-mile and 300-mile range configurations, now featuring updated mirror designs and a drop-down glass section to improve visibility and allow easier interaction with external elements—such as control panels at ports, for example.

New Electric Power Take-Off (e-PTO)

The Tesla Semi will also feature a new capability called Electric Power Take-Off, or e-PTO system. Similar to the PTO systems found on other vehicles, this will allow the Semi’s high-voltage battery to power auxiliary equipment at variable voltages. That includes being able to power things like climate-controlled reefer trailers, potentially replacing the noisy and polluting diesel generators traditionally used for this purpose.

Charging and Batteries

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Tesla is also working on an updated battery pack design for the final production design of the Semi. This new pack is designed to be more cost-effective to manufacture. The battery pack itself is slightly smaller than before, but the truck maintains the same level of range through efficiencies. Dan also confirmed during his keynote that the battery cells for the Semi will be sourced domestically inside the United States, helping to alleviate potential burdens due to tariffs.

On the charging front, Tesla is using MCS - the Megawatt Charging System - capable of 1.2MW - and designed specifically for Semi. The system uses the same V4 charging hardware found at Supercharger sites but focuses on that larger power output. Alongside a smaller physical footprint, Tesla will be able to configure these V4 cabinets for either dedicated Semi charging or for shared power scenarios with regular Superchargers. Tesla is also working on an integrated overnight charging product, but Tesla isn’t ready to talk about it yet.

46 Semi Charger Sites Coming

The 46 new MCS sites coming soon.

Out of Spec BITS/YouTube

Finally, Tesla has made substantial investments in a public charging network for the Semi. There are currently 46 sites in progress throughout the United States, and plans for significant expansion throughout 2026 and 2027. These sites are strategically located alongside major truck routes and within industrial areas to support long-haul and regional operations. Tesla is aiming to offer the lowest possible energy costs to operators to help incentivize adoption.

This was one of the best updates to the Tesla Semi we’ve received since its initial unveiling. It seems that the Semi will receive a big portion of Tesla’s attention in 2026, while Robotaxi and FSD Unsupervised take the stage this year.

The Tesla Semi has the potential to transform transportation even more dramatically than EVs already have, serving as a testament to Tesla’s mission to electrify the world.

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Tesla’s B-Pillar Sentry Mode Recording Requires HW4, Not Just Ryzen — Breakdown of Spring Update Requirements

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Sentry Mode is an invaluable tool for owners - capable of keeping the vehicle safe and secure even when you’re not around. This is especially true in recent times, with the misguided and unfortunate incidents surrounding Tesla ownership, including damage to Tesla vehicles, showrooms, and Superchargers.

B-pillar Camera Recording and Dashcam Viewer

With the 2025 Spring Update on 2025.14, Tesla is expanding Sentry Mode’s functionality for certain vehicles with some much-needed changes. Sentry Mode and Dashcam can now record footage from the vehicle’s B-pillar cameras. These cameras are located on the side pillars of the vehicle, between the front and rear doors.

This adds two crucially needed viewpoints, making Tesla’s Sentry Mode a truly 360-degree security system. These cameras also provide the best angles for capturing license plates when parked, so they will be greatly appreciated by owners in the event of an incident.

These vehicles are also receiving an improved Dashcam Viewer, which now displays the six camera feeds along the bottom and a new grid view. It also allows users to jump back or forward in the video in 15-second increments.

However, to the disappointment of many owners, not all vehicles are receiving these updates due to the additional processing power needed.

Limited to Hardware 4 Vehicles, Ryzen Isn’t Enough

We have confirmed that Tesla is only adding the additional camera recording and improved Dashcam Viewer on hardware 4 (HW4 / AI4) vehicles. The newer hardware presumably has the additional processing power and bandwidth needed to handle recording and saving the two additional video streams during Sentry Mode and Dashcam.

For the time being, owners of HW3 vehicles are not receiving this feature. This includes all vehicles with HW3, even those with AMD Ryzen infotainment systems. If you’re not sure whether your vehicle has HW3 or HW4, you can refer to our FSD hardware guide.

While there’s no doubt that recording two additional camera streams would be more computationally intensive, we hope that Tesla adds the improved Dashcam Viewer to HW3 vehicles in a future update.

Cybertruck Also Missing Improved Sentry Mode

Surprisingly, and most confusing for many - is the fact that the Cybertruck is also not receiving the improved Dashcam Viewer and B-pillar camera recording with this update. This struck us as odd, especially since the Cybertruck is currently the only vehicle with the improved, more efficient version of Sentry Mode.

Every Cybertruck is equipped with HW4 and AMD Ryzen infotainment units, so this clearly isn’t a hardware restriction. It’s possible the more efficient Sentry Mode is playing a role here due to the infrastructure changes. However, we expect Tesla to address this in a future update and eventually release these features for the Cybertruck as well.

Given the Cybertruck’s high visibility and its status as a frequent target for both positive and negative attention, many owners hoped that the Cybertruck would be one of the vehicles to receive this feature.

Adaptive Headlights

Tesla finally started rolling out its adaptive headlights in North America. While the new Model Y already came with the feature when it was released last month, other vehicles with matrix headlights are now receiving the feature in the Spring Update.

All vehicles with matrix headlights are receiving this feature, which includes the new and old Model 3, first-gen Model Y, and the new Model S and Model X.

If you’re not sure if your vehicle includes matrix headlights, check out our guide. What’s interesting here is that older vehicles that were retrofitted with matrix headlights due to an accident or user replacement are also receiving the adaptive headlights feature.

Legacy Model S & Model X

As with most updates, the older legacy Model S and Model X are not receiving all the features included in this update. Unfortunately, some of the features, which include the Blind Spot Camera on the instrument cluster, Save Trunk Height Based on Location and Keep Accessory Power On are limited to the new Model S and X.

Legacy S and X models will receive the Alternative Trip Plans feature, Avoid Highways (Requires Intel MCU) and the Keyboard Languages feature.

These vehicles are also receiving all the features in the Minor Updates section except for the visualization showing how far the door is opened, which is exclusive to the Cybertruck. These additions include improved music search results, contact photos in the phone app, automatic connecting to hotspots, the ability to show third-party chargers, view Supercharger amenities, and various improvements to music services.

While many users will be disappointed not to receive the B-pillar camera recording and Dashcam Viewer improvements, it’s important to remember that Tesla typically does a great job at bringing features to older vehicles, at least with the Model 3 and Model Y. If a feature isn’t added, it’s usually due to a hardware limitation.

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