MY FIRST FSD 12.3 EXPERIENCE WAS A MIXED BAG

EV Channels Review

The reviewer provides a first-hand account of their experience with Tesla's FSD v12.3, using a 2018 Model 3 Long Range as a test vehicle. The FSD v12.3 demonstrated notable improvements over v11, particularly in its handling of a deceptive furniture store sign that previously caused v11 to brake unnecessarily. It also correctly navigated a green turning arrow. However, the system was not without its flaws. The reviewer experienced several disengagements due to the FSD making incorrect lane choices, particularly in a complex construction zone and during a tricky highway merge. Phantom braking also occurred on the highway, a behavior the reviewer hoped was resolved in this version. Despite these issues, the reviewer found v12.3 to be more assertive and aggressive in its driving style, which they generally viewed as a positive, especially in situations requiring quicker acceleration. The overall verdict is a 'mixed bag,' with clear advancements but also areas needing significant improvement, especially in complex and unpredictable environments.